Tag: Energy Security
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Cuba Responds to US Tariff Threat on Oil Suppliers: Diaz-Canel Vows Resistance
Background: US Tariffs Targeting Cuba’s Oil Suppliers In a move that underscores ongoing tensions between the United States and Cuba, Washington signaled new tariffs aimed at countries that export oil to the Caribbean nation. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel reacted forcefully, arguing that the tariffs are designed to strangle Cuba’s economy and deepen hardships for ordinary…
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Rural Ontario Faces Dangerous Propane Shortages as Temperatures Plummet
As Winter Blazes On, Propane Shortages Hit Rural Eastern Ontario Residents of rural eastern Ontario are bracing for another brutal stretch of winter, as propane levels in tanks across the region fall toward dangerous lows. In Arden, Ontario, Margaret Taylor watched the needle on her propane tank hover near two percent on Jan. 20, just…
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Africa Set to Lead Global High-Impact Oil & Gas Drilling in 2026
Executive Summary: Africa’s Upsurge in High-Impact Wildcat Drilling The global upstream sector is poised for a sustained momentum boost as 2026 approaches, with Africa emerging as a central hub for high-impact wildcat drilling. After a robust 2025, where success rates for high-impact wells climbed to 38% from 23% the year prior, the continent is leveraging…
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CEF Energy: €650 Million Invested in 14 Cross-Border Energy Projects
EU Funds Accelerate Cross-Border Energy Integration The European Commission has earmarked approximately €650 million from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to advance 14 cross-border energy infrastructure Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs). This substantial investment aims to strengthen the resilience and efficiency of Europe’s energy grid, enhance security of supply,…
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CEF Energy Invests €650 Million in 14 Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Projects to Boost Europe’s Energy Security
EU Unveils €650 Million Investment in 14 Cross-Border Energy Projects The European Commission has announced a substantial funding push for energy infrastructure, dedicating approximately €650 million from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) programme to 14 cross-border energy initiatives. These Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) are designed to strengthen the…
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Tsahkna: The US Remains a Key Trade Partner Amid Shifting Global Conditions
New Emphasis on a Longstanding Partnership Estonia’s Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna reaffirmed the United States as a cornerstone of Estonia’s trade strategy, even as global markets evolve and geopolitical tensions reshape economic landscapes. Speaking at the opening of a US business seminar hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tallinn, Tsahkna highlighted the enduring…
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CEF Energy: EU Invests €650 Million in 14 Cross-Border Energy Projects to Strengthen Europe’s Grid
EU Pushes Forward with Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure The European Commission has earmarked approximately €650 million from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to accelerate 14 cross-border energy projects. These Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) are part of a broader strategy to reinforce the Trans-European Networks for Energy (TEN-E) and to…
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Leyte celebrates a brighter future with solar power project
Leyte lights the way with a new solar power project The house-approved future for Leyte is looking brighter as a major solar power project moves from proposal to reality. After extensive studies and negotiations lasting almost five years, a landmark agreement was reached to pursue large-scale solar energy development in this island province. The project…
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Global LNG Wave to Accelerate Natural Gas Demand in 2026, Says IEA
IEA Reports Faster Gas Demand Growth Fueled by LNG Wave in 2026 The IEA’s latest quarterly Gas Market Report highlights a pivotal shift for global energy markets as 2026 shapes up to be a turning point for natural gas. After a year of softer growth, demand for natural gas, particularly in the form of liquefied…
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Japan Nuclear Restart Short-Lived as Malfunction Forces Online Offline Again
Overview: A Prompt Setback for Japan’s Nuclear Ambitions Less than six hours after Japan restarted one of the world’s largest nuclear power plants, a technical malfunction forced the facility back offline. The incident marks a sharp reversal for a government campaign to broaden the role of nuclear energy in the nation’s electricity mix and reduce…