AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGeopolitics & Prices: Oil is spiking again as the Iran conflict widens and Houthis threaten shipping in the Red Sea, forcing Saudi tankers to turn back and raising fresh supply-route fears; Brent is back above $91 and the knock-on effect is pushing up fuel costs and inflation risk. Energy Security: South Korea’s finance minister says the government will stay vigilant on Middle East energy disruptions, citing stable crude and naphtha stockpiles while preparing preemptive steps if needed. Nuclear Diplomacy: The Trump administration plans to send Congress a Saudi nuclear pact under a “123 Agreement” that reportedly lacks key safeguards, a move that could reshape how nuclear cooperation is governed. Oil & Gas Policy (Nigeria): West African leaders signed an agreement backing the $25B Nigeria–Morocco Atlantic Gas Pipeline, while Nigeria’s regulator awarded 37 oil blocks and warned against idle acreage. Grid & Renewables: Puerto Rico completed weatherization upgrades in 103 homes, and Japan’s import bill hit a record high as weak yen meets higher oil prices. Clean Energy Projects: S-Oil started supplying B30 bio-marine fuel to help shipping meet IMO/EU rules.
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