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Bangladesh’s power gamble and how energy security is in play at the ballot box

Over the past decade, Bangladesh’s energy mix has shifted sharply as domestic gas fields have declined and electricity demand has surged. Imported LNG stepped in to fill the gap.

India’s LNG buyers stall long-term deals as they press for lower prices

India’s liquefied natural gas buyers are delaying the finalisation of multi-decade supply agreements as they seek cheaper pricing and more flexible terms, betting that a looming surge in global supply will strengthen their negotiating position

Algeria and Niger discuss progress of $13bn Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline

Algeria and Niger have held high-level talks to revive previously agreed cooperation in the hydrocarbons sector, including the strategic $13bn Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline (TSGP) project

Baltic Sea could host 13 GW of new power links by 2040

The Baltic Sea could emerge as one of Europe’s most important clean energy corridors, with new research pointing to major untapped potential in cross-border power links and offshore wind generation.

COMMENT: How Azerbaijan is quietly reshaping Europe’s gas market

The start of Azerbaijani natural gas deliveries to Austria and Germany in January 2026 should not be viewed as a routine expansion of export geography. It reflects a far deeper transformation unfolding within Europe’s energy system.

US-Iran tensions threaten China's billions in Iranian infrastructure investments

US-Iran tensions threaten China's billions in Iranian infrastructure as potential regime change could disrupt Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative and energy security strategy.

Egypt exports new LNG cargo to Turkey under Shell contract

Egypt has exported a new shipment of liquefied natural gas (LNG) for global energy major Shell (NYSE: SHEL), loaded from the Idku LNG complex on the Mediterranean coast

Yemen Houthi threaten to resume Red Sea shipping attacks as US-Iran tensions escalate

Yemen's Houthi forces warn of resumed Red Sea shipping attacks through video message as US-Iran tensions escalate, threatening vital maritime trade route after period of relative calm.

Libya signs $20bn oil deal with TotalEnergies and ConocoPhillips to boost output

Libya has signed a 25-year agreement to develop its oil sector with French energy major TotalEnergies (EPA: TTE) and the US firm ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP), securing foreign investment exceeding $20bn.

The big freeze

A big freeze is sweeping the globe that has seen extreme snowfall from the US to Japan, burying entire cities under metres of snow in a matter of a few hours. And it’s not going to stop.

Egypt’s government in talks with investment banks to fund fuel projects

The Egyptian government plans to present investment opportunities in the oil, gas and mining sectors to a group of investment banks, including projects aimed at achieving self-sufficiency in diesel and gasoline.

TAQA Morocco, JBIC sign MoU to finance energy and infrastructure projects through 2030

IEA: Europe to import record supplies of LNG

The International Energy Agency projects that Europe will import a record level of LNG in 2026, the organization announced in its quarterly Gas Market Report.

McDermott wins Nasr expansion job from ADNOC

McDermott has secured a major contract from Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) to expand the offshore Nasr oilfield.

US 'signals imminent Iran strike to allies' but traders don't believe war coming, claims expert

US allegedly alerts Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and UAE that Iran attack is imminent, risking 5% of global oil supply and potential Strait of Hormuz closure that could cripple Gulf energy exports.

Trump threatens 100% tariff on Canadian goods over China deal

Trump threatens 100% tariff on all Canadian imports if Canada allows China to use it as transit point for goods entering the United States, warning of economic consequences.

Baltic region’s largest solar park set to come online in western Estonia

Sunly's new solar park will significantly reduce Estonia's reliance on imported electricity and fossil fuels.

France intercepts Russian oil tanker in Mediterranean suspected of using false flag

France intercepts Russian oil tanker Grinch in Mediterranean Sea suspected of using false flag, redirects vessel to port as President Macron vows to enforce international sanctions on shadow fleet.

Iranian vessels positioned across Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman as US carrier approaches

Multiple Iranian vessels tracked across Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman near UAE and Oman as US carrier strike group USS Abraham Lincoln approaches region amid escalating tensions over protest crackdown.

Egyptian El Nasr Automotive explores EV battery production with China’s Shandong Heavy Industry

US’ Western Midstream announces renegotiated Occidental deal, new ConocoPhillips agreement

Western Midstream Partners has renegotiated its natural gas-gathering and processing contracts with Occidental Petroleum in the Permian Basin’s Delaware sub-basin, while also entering into new agreements with ConocoPhillips.

Cenovus reportedly considering sale of Alberta conventional assets

Canada’s Cenovus Energy is reportedly considering a sale of conventional oil and gas assets in Alberta’s Deep Basin.

Kazakhstan to develop coal-powered "data centre valley"

Country in hurry to create energy-thirsty full digital economy by 2029.

Argent LNG signs strategic agreement with contractor Maire Tecnimont

Argent LNG has signed a term sheet with Italian firm Maire Tecnimont to secure its support in developing the 25mn tonnes per year LNG facility located in Port Fourchon, Louisiana.

Indonesia moves to open battery precursor plant at Setangga SEZ

Indonesia has taken another step in its mineral downstreaming agenda with the inauguration of a battery precursor materials facility operated by PT Anugerah Barokah Energi Baru at the Setangga Special Economic Zone in Tanah Bumbu