Geopolitical conflicts and shifting trade patterns are redefining risks and opportunities for the marine insurance sector. Opening this year’s International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) conference in Singapore, IUMI president Frédéric Denèfle warned that marine […]
The looming US port fee regime aimed squarely at Chinese-linked tonnage could saddle COSCO and its Hong Kong-listed subsidiary OOCL with a combined bill of more than $2.1bn in 2026, according to fresh calculations from […]
Japan, the world’s fourth-largest economy as of mid-2025, is grappling with a confluence of economic pressures that threaten its stability and energy security. From sluggish growth and surging bond yields to demographic decline and political […]
In a move that underscores the deepening energy ties between Beijing and Moscow, Russia and China have signed a legally binding memorandum for the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline. This ambitious project, routed through Mongolia, […]
China’s SCO Meeting and the Power of Siberia 2 Pipeline You won’t want to miss this wild discussion of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, and the natural gas pipeline deal between China and Russia, […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of global energy, one trend stands out: the sharp decline in exploration capital expenditures (capex) by oil majors since the peak years around 2013. This pullback raises critical questions about future […]
As global energy dynamics shift amid geopolitical tensions and fluctuating supply chains, China remains a pivotal player in the crude oil market. In 2025, the world’s largest oil importer will continue its aggressive stockpiling strategy, […]
Daily Standup Top Stories Oklo Commences First Phase Construction on Nuclear Fuel Recycling Facility September 5, 2025 Clark Savage In a significant step toward advancing the U.S. nuclear energy sector, Oklo Inc. (NYSE: OKLO) has announced […]
In 2024, Chinese investments in Brazil surged to $4.18 billion across 39 projects, marking a 113% increase from the previous year and positioning Brazil as the top emerging market for Chinese capital. This influx, heavily […]
Weekly Daily Standup Top Stories High Energy Costs Push UK Industry to the Brink September 1, 2025 Clark Savage This week saw yet another hike in Britain’s electricity price cap—the latest in a string of hikes […]
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