Geopolitical Risk
From civil wars in Libya and Syria to political stasis in Kuwait and the economic embargo against Qatar, the Middle East’s geopolitical situation is always fraught with risk. The addition of rapidly expanding youthful populations straining against the restrictions imposed by staid leaderships creates further avenues for instability.
1 Jul, 2022
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Libya Oil Blockades
Politically-driven protests at key Libya oil terminals have knocked 865,000 b/d from output whilst power struggles see NOC chief Mustafa Sanalla under threat.
Libya's Oil Exports Hit 20-Month Low ('000 b/d)
14 Oct, 2022
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Israel & Lebanon Strike ‘Historic’ Maritime Border Deal
Lebanon and Israel have finally agreed a US-mediated maritime border deal, though looming Israeli elections make it a rush to obtain final approval. A deal enables start up at Israel’s Karish gas field and French major TotalEnergies to ready drilling plans at Lebanon’s Qana prospect.
Israel & Lebanon Agree New Maritime Border
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