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Australian ministers met with Japanese gas executives more than 20 times to bolster the LNG sector, according to InfluenceMap. Japanese firms, including Inpex and Jera, have invested over A$70 billion in 13 Australian LNG projects, responsible for a significant share of global LNG capacity and emissions.

Documents reveal resources minister Madeleine King met with LNG representatives at least 17 times, while Prime Minister Albanese had a single meeting. The lobbying is said to influence climate policies, such as the future gas strategy aiming for gas supply into 2050. Critics highlight the conflict between these actions and Australia's net zero commitments.