LNG as of February 19

China's weekly inventory: 6.82 million tons, import coverage of 42 days.
Japan's inventory in December 2025: 2.37 million tons, import coverage of only 11 days.
South Korea's inventory in December 2025: 3.70 million tons, import coverage of 28 days.
If the Strait of Hormuz supply disruption continues, Japan and South Korea may compete to purchase regional supplies, which could drive up regional prices.