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Russia and the other former Soviet republics are often viewed as remote and obscure, but FSU OGM sheds light on the vital role these countries play in world energy markets. It explains the region's status as a key player in the EU's energy planning, while also focusing on the progress of efforts to expand deliveries to Asia.

Leading commentaries in recent years have covered the economic consequences of political unrest in Ukraine, efforts to open the Southern Gas Corridor between the Caspian Sea Basin and the EU, competition between Russia and Central Asia for access to the Chinese gas market and the continued rise in Russian liquids production.

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Azerbaijan may ship Russian gas to Europe via the back door

29 July 2024

As Ukraine seeks alternatives to Russian gas transiting through its territory, a proposed plan to substitute Azeri gas has raised concerns that Russian gas can be imported into Europe via an Azeri back door.

Revenues of Azeri state-owned company that sells gas to domestic distributors fell by 9% and net profit by 72%

29 July 2024

Azerkontrakt, the natural gas distributor within Azerbaijan selling to Azeriqaz PU and other companies, has announced its financial results for 2023.

Russia considers diesel fuel export ban

26 July 2024

In addition to the petroleum export ban already in place, the Russian government could introduce an export ban on diesel fuel for both refineries and traders.

Russian gas major Novatek doubles profit to $4bn in 1H24

26 July 2024

Russian natural gas major Novatek increased its IFRS revenues by 17% year on year to RUB752bn, with EBITDA up by 16% y/y to RUB481bn, and net profit up 2.2-fold y/y to RUB342bn ($4bn).

Uzbek gas output continues decline in H1

25 July 2024

Uzbekistan’s marketable natural gas production continued its decline in the first half of this year, dropping by a further 5% to 22.3bn cubic metres.

Russia bans gasoline exports, considers restriction on diesel

25 July 2024

Gasoline exports will once more be banned in Russia from the start of next month in response to a spike in prices, the government announced on July 25, and authorities are reportedly considering a similar restriction on diesel.

Tajikistan increases Russian fuel imports by 14% in H1

25 July 2024

Tajikistan increased petroleum product imports from Russia by over 14% in the first half of 2024 versus the same period last year.

OMV acquires remaining Equinor share in ACG

25 July 2024

The overseas arm of Indian state oil company OMV announced on July 19 it had struck a deal to acquire a 0.615% stake in the BP-led Azeri-Chirag-Gunashi offshore oil project in Azerbaijan from Norway’s Equinor for $60mn

Platform leaves Murmansk for Arctic LNG-2's second train

25 July 2024

The gravity-based platform (GBP) for the second train of Novatek’s Arctic LNG-2 terminal left its construction site in Murmansk in the early hours of July 25, on route to the Gydan Peninsula where it will be installed.

Pakistan and Turkmenistan strengthen energy ties with TAPI pipeline project

25 July 2024

Pakistan's Federal Minister for Petroleum, Dr. Musadik Malik, hosted Turkmenistani delegation and discussed the TAPI pipeline project

Hungary, Slovakia warn of fuel crises after Kyiv partially blocks Russian oil transit

23 July 2024

The government in Kyiv has typically avoided imposing sanctions on Russia that significantly hurt EU member states, though this would mark a rare precedent.

Ukraine stores 10bn cubic metres of gas for winter, despite Russian strikes

23 July 2024

Ukraine has successfully stored more than 10bn cubic metres of natural gas in its underground storage facilities, ensuring a steady supply for the upcoming winter season.

Indonesia looks to break decade-long hiatus on purchasing Russian oil

23 July 2024

Pertamina, the Indonesian state-controlled refiner, is said to be on the lookout for Russian oil grades for what will be the first time in years, according to three traders

Condor selected to build Kazakhstan’s first LNG facility

23 July 2024

Canadian firm Condor has been chosen by Kazakhstan to construct the nation’s first LNG plant, the company announced.

SOFAZ achieves 232% return on equity index strategy

23 July 2024

The State Oil Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOFAZ) has reported a 232% return or $5.6bn in income from its equity index strategy since inception (as of June 30, 2024) following a $7.1bn investment.

Ukraine and EU discuss Azeri gas supply via Ukraine after Russian contract ends

23 July 2024

Ukraine and the EU have approached Azerbaijan to discuss the possibility of supplying natural gas to Europe through Ukraine after the existing contract with Russia expires at the end of 2024.

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