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India strengthens transmission framework to support renewable energy expansion

18 March 2026

The government has reinforced regulatory and infrastructure measures to ensure seamless grid integration of renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on the Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS).

India denies media reports of Iran tanker swap deal

18 March 2026

New Delhi is navigating a delicate balance between its energy dependence on Gulf suppliers.

Bangladesh steps up LNG purchases as Asia feels tightening of supplies

18 March 2026

Bangladesh is moving to secure additional LNG supplies from the spot market as part of the intensifying strain on global energy markets linked to the war in Iran and knock-on effects with supplies.

Japan’s JERA proposes LNG plant for Oahu as Tokyo grapples with energy strains

18 March 2026

Japan’s largest power generation company has set out plans to develop a liquefied natural gas-fired plant on Oahu, positioning the project as a lower-cost alternative to oil-based generation.

Japan eyes Alaska oil tie-up as supply risks mount

18 March 2026

Japan is preparing to use a forthcoming summit in the US to advance co-operation on crude production in Alaska, as Tokyo seeks to shore up energy security against mounting disruption linked to the conflict in Iran.

Bangladesh approves emergency spot LNG purchases

18 March 2026

Bangladesh has stepped up efforts to secure emergency energy supplies after a cabinet committee approved the purchase of two spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes from Aramco Trading Singapore.

India seeks Chinese urea supplies as Middle East conflict threatens fertiliser output

18 March 2026

ndia has asked China to allow the sale of some urea cargoes as the conflict in the Middle East disrupts natural gas supplies and raises concerns over fertiliser production in the South Asian country.

Turkey emerges as revived route for Iraqi oil amid Hormuz crisis

18 March 2026

Baghdad accelerates revamp of long-idle pipeline puy out of action more than a decade ago by bomb attacks.

Philippines down to its last three weeks of fuel reserves, turns to Russia for help

18 March 2026

The Philippines is currently navigating a perilous and largely overlooked period of economic vulnerability: its national fuel supply could run out in around three to four weeks if international imports don't arrive soon.

Reliance inks $3bn green ammonia supply pact with Samsung C&T

18 March 2026

India’s Reliance Industries Limited has signed a binding long-term supply and purchase agreement worth about $3bn with Samsung C&T Corporation to supply green ammonia over a 15-year period.

Colombia weighs $30mn, two-year fix to revive Venezuela gas link amid sanctions hurdles

18 March 2026

Colombia is assessing a plan to restore the Antonio Ricaurte gas pipeline linking it with Venezuela at a cost of about $30mn over up to two years, as it seeks to ease supply constraints and boost domestic gas availability

Colombia seeks US licence to revive Venezuela energy ties, pipeline plans

18 March 2026

Colombia is seeking a US sanctions exemption to invest in Venezuelan energy projects, including potential natural gas developments and the reopening of a cross-border pipeline, Mines and Energy Minister Edwin Palma said

BYD Uzbekistan Factory targets annual 200,000 EVs and 10 new models by 2030

17 March 2026

The BYD Uzbekistan Factory joint venture plans to expand production and introduce up to 10 new models by 2030 as part of efforts to scale up electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing in Jizzakh region.

Vietnam pushes faster review of nuclear power plan

17 March 2026

The Government has ordered an expedited review of investment plans for its first nuclear power project.

Swiss court upholds Naftogaz victory over Gazprom in $1.4bn dispute

17 March 2026

Naftogaz has secured a decisive legal victory against Gazprom after the Federal Supreme Court of Switzerland rejected Moscow’s attempt to overturn a multibillion-dollar arbitration ruling.

What has Iran hit so far?

17 March 2026

A quick overview of what we know Iran has actually hit in this war — and the strategy that appears to be emerging.

Laos boosts electric vehicles to curb fuel demand

17 March 2026

Laos has unveiled sweeping measures to reduce fuel use, including cheaper fees for electric vehicles and higher costs for petrol cars.

Cambodia plans refinery as fuel prices keep climbing

17 March 2026

Cambodia plans to build its first oil refinery by 2029 as fuel costs continue to rise.Minister of Mines and Energy Keo Rottanak said the country is also aiming to establish a crude oil stockpile to strengthen energy security.

CIA advice and oil strategy shape Venezuela’s post-Maduro transition

17 March 2026

In the lead-up to the US operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, intelligence officials sought guidance from former Chevron executive Ali Moshiri on potential leadership scenarios in Caracas

Venezuela channels $300mn oil windfall to social protection programmes

17 March 2026

Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, said that the government had received $300mn in fresh revenues earmarked for a Social Protection Fund, derived from an extraordinary fuel-oil sale

TotalEnergies targets first gas from Absheron Phase 2 in 2029

17 March 2026

TotalEnergies plans to begin production from the second phase of the Absheron gas-condensate field offshore Azerbaijan on September 1, 2029.

Hormuz crisis raises wider risks for Turkey far beyond oil prices, says policy brief

17 March 2026

As well as an energy bill nightmare, country faces triple whammy in industrial production, agriculture and logistics.