India secures lead as world's largest long-term LNG buyer in 2025

India contracted 8.4 million tons per year of LNG in 2025, surpassing other global importers to support its goal of increasing natural gas's share in its energy mix to 15% by 2035. The expansion is supported by the commissioning of its eighth import terminal, signaling a structural shift in regional energy demand. It remains uncertain whether domestic infrastructure can scale rapidly enough to fully utilize these long-term commitments.