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After Trump's tariffs on crude oil, Mexico is seeking Asian and European buyers

Pemex, the Mexican state-owned oil company, is currently in discussions with buyers in Asia and Europe. This is because it's looking for alternative markets to sell its crude oil after U.S. president Donald Trump imposed import tariffs.

After Trump's tariffs on crude oil, Mexico is looking for Asian and European buyers

Pemex, the Mexican state-owned oil company, is currently in discussions with buyers in Asia and Europe. This is because it's looking for alternative markets to sell its crude oil after U.S. president Donald Trump imposed import tariffs.

Trump: Japan and South Korea are interested in partnering with the US on Alaska pipeline

Donald Trump, the U.S. In an address to Congress, Trump stated that this pipeline would be the largest of its kind in the world. He said that Japan, South Korea, and other nations wanted to be his partners, with trillions of dollars in investments each.

South Korea and the US form a working group to discuss Alaska LNG project tariffs

Ahn Duk Geun, South Korea’s Minister of Industry, announced on Tuesday that the United States and South Korea have agreed to form a group at a working level to discuss issues such as a pipeline project for gas in Alaska…

South Korea plans to build two large nuclear reactors and increase the use of renewable energy in its energy mix

The South Korean industry ministry announced that the country finalised a new plan for its energy mix on Friday. It envisages building two large nuclear power plants as well as one small reactor, by the year 2038.

Japan has a plan to make green steel work.

The energy transition is a major challenge, and one of them is decarbonising steel production. This is especially true when consumers around the world are unwilling to pay more money for greener steel products.

Japan has a plan to make green steel work.

The energy transition is a major challenge, and one of them is decarbonising steel production. This is especially true when consumers around the world are unwilling to pay a premium for greener steel products.

Indian oil companies are in talks with U.S. LNG suppliers to purchase their supplies

Pankaj Jain, the Oil Secretary of India, said that Indian oil companies were looking to purchase U.S. LNG. This was boosted by Trump's administration lifting its ban on new export permits. India, the world's fourth-largest LNG importer…

Russell: Europe imports more LNG as it draws cargos from Asia

In January, the world's imports will reach their highest level in a single year as Europe's winter demands draw cargoes from Asia's top consumer region. According to commodity analysts Kpler, a total of 38.12…

Canadian, WTI Crude Prices to Asia Jump

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Prices of Canadian and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude oil to Asia jumped after shipping costs rallied on concerns that wider U.S. sanctions on the Russian fleet are tightening ship availability, trade sources…

Prices rise for low LNG storage and concerns about prices

The wholesale gas prices in the Netherlands and Britain rose mostly on Tuesday morning as withdrawals from storage sites for gas and uncertainty about LNG supply continued to support. According to LSEG, the benchmark…

Six US LNG cargoes diverted to Europe by LNG traders

Analysts and shipping data indicate that traders diverted six cargoes of LNG bound for Asia into Europe in the first half of this month due to higher European prices, and weaker Asian demand. Weather forecasts indicate lower temperatures for northwest Europe.

Energy Minister: South Korea may buy more US oil and natural gas

South Korea wants to import more U.S. gas and oil in order to diversify its energy sources, and maintain stable supplies in light of the tensions in the Middle East. He said that the government might need to increase…

Russia offers crude oil and LNG to Vietnam

The two countries announced on Wednesday that Russia was willing to assist Vietnam in developing its nuclear energy sector, and supply it with crude oil as well as LNG. Vietnam and Russia have also agreed to continue…

Europe's imports of LNG are on the rise, but not to Asia's detriment: Russell

In December, Europe's LNG imports reached an 11-month record high. However, this was not at the expense Asia, who also saw higher arrivals. According to commodity analysts Kpler, Europe imported 10.89 million tons of super-chilled gasoline in December.

Europe's imports of LNG are on the rise, but not to Asia's detriment: Russell

In December, Europe's LNG imports reached an 11-month record high. However, this was not at the expense Asia, who also saw higher arrivals. According to commodity analysts Kpler, Europe imported 10.89 million tons of super-chilled gasoline in December.

Solar tariffs in the US will increase prices and reduce profit margins for Southeast Asia

Analysts said that a new round of U.S. import tariffs against Southeast Asian solar panel producers will likely increase consumer prices while reducing producer profits. However, the industry had anticipated this move.

A survey shows that big steelmakers are not switching to renewable energy sources.

A survey of 18 major firms revealed that the world's largest steelmakers are falling further behind in their shift to low-carbon production. Some still rely on fossil fuels as their primary source of energy. The…

Mooreast Appoints Ellingsen as CEO

Eirik Ellingsen Mooreast CEO (c) Mooreast

Mooreast Holdings Ltd. announced today it will appoint Mr Eirik Ellingsen, a Norwegian with deep experience in the offshore and marine sector, as Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) amid growing adoption of floating…

Albanese: Australia and India will boost their cooperation in renewables and defence

Australia and India will work together to increase investment in renewable energies, such as solar manufacturing, batteries, and mineral processing. This was the announcement made by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during a G20 meeting on the sidelines.

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