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China’s tepid demand, rising global supply could cloud Iran’s oil export revival
Iran could struggle to cash in on the temporary easing of US restrictions on its oil exports as weakening Chinese demand and rising global supply threaten to limit sales beyond its traditional customers, energy analysts said.
Iranian oil continued reaching customers despite sanctions, EIA data shows
Iranian crude and petroleum products continued to reach international markets despite years of US sanctions, with EIA data identifying at least 154 vessels involved in transporting Iranian cargoes recorded at 19 ports in four countries.
India withdraws emergency gas supply curbs as Strait of Hormuz LNG flows resume
India has rolled back most of its emergency natural gas supply regulations after liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments through the Strait of Hormuz resumed following a ceasefire in West Asia.
TotalEnergies divests stake in Malaysian oil and gas block to Japan's Inpex for $350mn
France’s TotalEnergies has agreed to sell its interest in Malaysia’s offshore Block 2E to Japan’s Inpex for $350mn, as it focuses its Malaysian portfolio on operated assets and larger growth opportunities.
Iran reportedly opens talks with Japanese crude oil buyers
Iran has begun discussions with Japanese companies on resuming crude oil exports under a temporary US sanctions waiver, although prospective buyers are seeking an extension of the waiver and assurances over shipping security.
Pakistan raises LNG prices by up to 16%
Pakistan has increased the notified prices of liquefied natural gas (LNG) by up to 16.17%, raising the cost of gas supplied through the country's two state-run distribution networks.
OPEC+ members stick together with latest output raise
OPEC+’s seven core producers have agreed a modest easing of voluntary supply curbs from August, signalling a cautious, coordinated shift in strategy rather than a wholesale change of direction.
Thai oil focuses on refining amid energy transition challenges
Thai Oil PCL is banking on its core refining business and long-term energy strategy as investors weigh the company's future prospects amid an evolving regional energy market.
Mongolia expects progress on Russia-China gas pipeline at Vladivostok form in September
“I think there will be progress during this year’s Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok,” Ninj Demberel said, referring to the event scheduled for September 1–4.
Iran opens oil talks with Japan as US sanctions window ticks down
Iran is in preliminary talks with three Japanese companies on resuming crude sales for the first time since 2019, racing a 60-day US sanctions window that closes on August 21 amid mine risks and insurance hurdles in Hormuz.
Iran to charge Hormuz transit fees with "special considerations" for friendly states
Iran will charge service fees on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz once its 60-day MoU with the US expires, its ambassador to China says, with Beijing and other friendly states promised special considerations.
Bangladesh scrambles for short-term LNG deals
Qatar’s supply crunch after Iran’s attacks on the Ras Laffan Complex mean that it will only be able deliver 20 of the 40 scheduled LNG cargoes to Bangladesh.
Iran can use sanctions relief to cut oil discounts, expand sales, analyst says
Iran has found a rare opportunity to expand crude oil sales, slash price discounts and revive competition among buyers after the United States temporarily eased sanctions under a post-war agreement, an Iranian energy analyst said.
Thailand's aviation sector faces persistently high jet fuel costs
Air travellers may face higher fares for longer as jet fuel prices are unlikely to fall quickly, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Thailand's Bangchak buys Hong Kong Caltex fuel network
Thailand’s Bangchak Corporation has entered Hong Kong’s fuel market with a $267mn acquisition of Chevron’s Caltex business.
Indonesia’s Aceh promotes Andaman gas downstream plans
Aceh in Indonesia is seeking to maximise the economic value of the large natural gas discovery in the offshore Andaman Block by pushing for the development of downstream industries within the province.
Vietnam advances $2bn Vung Ang LNG power plant
A consortium behind the Vung Ang III Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Power Plant is urging authorities in Ha Tinh Province to speed up land procedures to keep the $2bn project on track.
Russia turns to Indian gasoline imports as fuel shortages deepen after refinery attacks
Russia has begun importing gasoline by sea from India to ease fuel shortages caused by repeated Ukrainian drone strikes on its refining infrastructure.
Japan’s JERA creates LNG trading arm
Japan’s largest power producer JERA has established JERA Global Energy Solutions, which will manage the company’s LNG, upstream, lower-carbon fuels and shipping portfolio.
Zambia slashes fuel prices by 17% as Middle East crisis eases
Zambia has reduced the retail price of fuel by between 3% and 17%, citing an easing of oil costs on the global market and a strengthening local currency, the kwacha.
China remains sole buyer of Iranian crude, US Treasury says
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that China was the only buyer of Iranian crude oil, with other countries holding back because of concerns that Washington could reimpose sanctions.
India extends zero duty window on petrochemical imports
The brief extension is designed to allow downstream industries a structured adjustment period rather than an abrupt withdrawal of duty relief
Pakistan sets up petroleum price stabilisation fund to cushion fuel price shocks
Pakistan's federal government has established a Petroleum Price Stabilisation Fund to help manage volatility in fuel prices and reduce the impact of fluctuations in global oil markets on consumers.
Kabul fuel prices surge as petrol rises nearly 14%
Fuel prices have risen sharply in Kabul in recent days, with the price of petrol increasing from AFN66 ($1.03) to AFN75 per litre, a rise of nearly 14%.
Thai farmers fear LNG plant will worsen water shortages
Farmers in eastern Thailand fear a planned liquefied natural gas (LNG) power plant will deepen water shortages and threaten their livelihoods.
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