Hungary and Azerbaijan: Fueling more than just gas
For Azerbaijan, Hungary is possibly the most important partner in the European Union. For Budapest, Baku is the most significant actor in the South...
Saudi-Iran Rapprochement: Implications for the Global Oil Market
Prior to the 1979 Iranian Revolution, Iran and Saudi Arabia maintained generally cordial relations based on mutual strategic interests, regional cooperation and shared alignment...
Trump’s Grand Strategy of American Energy Dominance: Effect on Europe and the East Mediterranean
Energy security is a significant pillar of interdependence in international relations that is translated into continuous access of states to sufficient energy at an...
Arctic partnerships and energy upheavals
The US's interest in rare earth elements and Russia's focus on developing the Arctic economy and shipping provide a potential framework for the two...
Nuclear Energy for AI Data Centers
It is widely recognized that the Fourth Industrial Revolution will be driven by technological advancements in Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Internet of Things and...
The Geopolitics of Energy: How oil and Gas Shape Diplomacy
Throughout decades, energy has played a central role in global diplomacy, impacting alliances, wars, and economic policies. As states attempt to guarantee steady energy...
South Africa’s G20 Presidency for 2025: A Catalyst for Energy Investment in Africa
South Africa can leverage its G20 presidency to advocate for increased energy financing and facilitate greater coordination and investment in key African markets, presenting...
China’s Megadam: A Hydropower Giant Amid Ecological and Geopolitical Challenges
On January 6, 2025, the People's Republic of China reaffirmed its intention to construct the world's biggest dam on the Brahmaputra River. China issued...
Balancing Energy Security and Sustainability: ‘Drill, Baby, Drill’ Strategy and Its Global Impacts
The "Drill, baby, drill" slogan encapsulates a call for expanding domestic oil and gas production to achieve energy independence, economic growth, and reduced reliance...
Securing India’s Maritime Energy Routes: Challenges and Strategic Responses
In 2025, India will chair two significant regional forums—the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) and the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)—and will host the...