Stories tagged “Energy Security.”
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Russia has expanded its specialist team at Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant, with an initial team of five Russian specialists now working at the facility. The total number of Russian personnel at the plant has reached 25, with plans to expand the workforce to 100 specia…
Europe Bets Billions on North Africa’s Clean Energy Potential
Europe is investing billions in North Africa's clean energy sector, particularly in green hydrogen and renewable electricity, to enhance its energy security and diversify away from Russian fossil fuels.
Union Cabinet approves ₹23,731 crore scheme to boost compressed biogas (CBG) production and reduce gas imports.
Europe’s Heatwave Is Hitting Refineries And Power Supplies
A severe heatwave in Europe is affecting refineries and power supplies, leading to concerns about energy security and potential price increases.
The article questions whether Washington's proposed ceasefire with Iran is a genuine diplomatic effort or a strategic deception, amidst escalating regional tensions and deep mistrust between the two nations.
Japan aims to rebuild two to five nuclear reactors by 2040s
Japan has decided to revise its nuclear energy policy guidelines to include a target of rebuilding two to five nuclear power reactors by the 2040s. The decision was adopted at a meeting of relevant Cabinet ministers held at the prime minister’s office on Friday to prepare…
Pakistan has received a significant boost to its energy security after Iran approved the safe transit of liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes from Qatar through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
The ASEAN foreign ministers' meeting in Manila was overshadowed by the war in the Middle East and tensions in the South China Sea. The US and China continued to engage in a diplomatic spat, with the US condemning China's actions in the South China Sea and China accusing t…
Gulf countries are undertaking a record borrowing program to finance new infrastructure projects, including oil and gas pipelines, modern ports, and energy corridors aimed at strengthening regional connectivity and export capacity.
Iran can learn valuable lessons from South Korea's strategic response to the West Asia crisis and apply them to its own economic development framework. South Korea's journey from crisis management to future economic architecture offers a compelling case study for nations …
Singapore has condemned recent attacks on Saudi Arabia, including on energy infrastructure and commercial vessels in the Red Sea, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) spokesperson said on Sunday (Jul 26).
Russia's Financial Crisis Casts a Shadow Over Central Asia's Nuclear Future
Russia's financial crisis is casting a shadow over Central Asia's nuclear future, with several countries in the region struggling to secure funding for their nuclear power projects. The crisis has led to a decline in oil prices, which has further exacerbated the situation.
Five Ways China Is Shielding Itself as the Hormuz Cease-Fire Collapses
China is taking steps to shield itself from the Hormuz cease-fire collapse, including reducing its reliance on Middle Eastern oil and increasing its domestic refining capacity.
Can Colombia’s New Government Reverse the Nation’s Oil and Gas Decline?
Colombia's new government is facing a significant challenge in reversing the nation's oil and gas decline. The country's oil production has been in decline for several years, and the new government is looking for ways to reverse this trend.
Iran's top diplomat, Araghchi, is heading to Oman for bilateral consultations on regional developments, particularly the issue of the Strait of Hormuz. The two countries will discuss setting up arrangements for safe maritime transit through the waterway.
Pakistan's agriculture sector is witnessing a historic transformation as solar energy has officially surpassed diesel to become the country's leading source of power for irrigation.
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that no country will be allowed to intervene in demining the Hormuz Strait, emphasizing Iran's full control over the area.
Russia's Fuel Crisis Deepens as Putin Acknowledges Growing Gasoline Shortages
Russia's fuel crisis worsens as Putin acknowledges growing gasoline shortages. The country is struggling to meet its fuel demands.
Australian Gas Exploration Surges as Energy Security Takes Center Stage
Australian gas exploration is surging due to energy security concerns. The country is increasing its gas production to meet domestic and international demand.
Energy Security, Not Climate Goals, Is Now Driving the Clean Power Boom
The clean power boom is now driven by energy security concerns rather than climate goals. Countries are investing in renewable energy to reduce dependence on imported fuels.
Russia's state nuclear corporation, Rosatom, prioritizes the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in Iran. Rosatom's CEO, Alexei Likhachev, stated that the plant remains a key priority for the corporation.