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The Nigeria Labour Congress criticizes the absence of a structured roadmap for the country's electricity sector, attributing ongoing power crises to its systemic flaws.

Inese Vaidere, an MEP from the European People's Party, discusses the pressing issues surrounding energy prices and the need for reform in the European energy sector.

Kristin Kragseth, CEO of Petoro, expresses grave concerns about the energy market's stability due to the ongoing war in the Middle East, despite record profits from Norway's oil and gas sector.

Iran's responses to attacks on its energy sector have escalated to offensive measures against oil and gas facilities in Gulf States, specifically targeting key infrastructure in Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

The White House has ruled out a ban on oil and natural gas exports as it seeks to address rising energy prices due to the war with Iran.

Iran attacks Gulf energy sector after Israel targets Iranian gas field.

Iran has attacked the energy sector in the Gulf following Israel's strike on an Iranian gas field.

Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized cooperation in the natural gas sector during a meeting with the leader of Turkmenistan, a country neighboring Iran.

Petoro reported a cash flow of 243 billion kroner from the gas and oil sector in 2025, marking a significant increase attributed to higher gas prices and tariff revenues.

Iran issued a stern warning to its Gulf neighbors, threatening to destroy their oil and gas industries if its own energy sector is attacked again.

Donald Trump does not wish for further attacks on Iranian energy facilities following Israel's recent strike on a vital Iranian gas field, as stated by U.S. officials.

The local biomethane production sector in Lithuania faces significant challenges due to low domestic consumption and a lack of gas-powered vehicles.

In 2024, Estonia's greenhouse gas emissions fell by 9% to 12 million tons of CO2 equivalent, highlighting a significant shift towards renewable energy in the energy sector.

Alan Vaht, a leader in the transport fuel sector in Estonia, argues that fuel prices at gas stations do not increase faster than those on the world market, despite consumer complaints.

José Ignacio Sanz, CEO of TotalEnergies Electricidad y Gas España, emphasizes Spain's resilience to Middle East crises due to its renewable energy capabilities, following his extensive global experience in the energy sector.

The Brazilian government under President Lula has officially launched the 'Climate Plan' aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions amid tensions with the agribusiness sector.

Tecpetrol and Pampa Energía have filed a lawsuit against Enarsa over unpaid gas payments following months of warnings from the sector.

Repsol has signed a strategic agreement with the interim government of Venezuela to enhance gas production, which has been underfunded for years.

The Ecuadorian tax authority, SRI, conducted around 200 inspections of gas stations and sent over 3,200 warning letters to taxpayers in the fuel distribution sector.

Transportadora de Gas del Sur is set to invest US$ 3 billion to process gas from Vaca Muerta, aiming to separate valuable by-products and enhance local supply security.

Raízen, a major player in Brazil's energy sector, has filed for extrajudicial recovery to renegotiate debts while assuring that operations will continue as normal.

A supply crisis of LPG is impacting the telecom sector in India, raising fears of slower internet services due to halted operations in telecom tower manufacturing.

The article discusses the concept of force majeure in commercial contracts, particularly in the energy sector, in light of recent geopolitical tensions affecting Gulf energy companies.

The ongoing conflict in Iran has led to a severe shortage of LPG gas in India, affecting both households and the hospitality sector.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a package of fiscal incentives to facilitate the Bonga Southwest Aparo Project, aiming to attract $20 billion in foreign investment to Nigeria's oil and gas sector.

Bhopal is facing a gas crisis as hotels and restaurants only have LPG supplies for the next 48 hours due to international supply chain disruptions.

The article outlines various recent news updates, including a drop in oil prices and a rise in fuel costs at gas stations in Estonia.

The government of Claudia Sheinbaum is working with gas station entrepreneurs to extend an agreement that keeps regular gasoline prices at a maximum of 24 pesos per liter.

The Canadian DBRS rating agency has termed Spain as "vulnerable" to potential price hikes due to deteriorating relations between Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and former U.S. President Donald Trump, particularly in the energy sector.

Germany's coal sector is looking to contribute to reducing high energy prices amid the gas crisis by offering additional power capacity from coal power plants.

Stock markets in New York opened significantly lower today due to investors' concerns over rising oil and gas prices.

The geopolitical crisis in the Middle East is causing disruptions in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) transport sector, particularly affecting global shipping due to maritime navigation interruptions in the Straits of Hormuz.

The US Energy Secretary, Chris Wright, assured that disruptions in Iran's oil and gas industries will be temporary, following recent Israeli airstrikes in the region.

The Nigerian Minister of State for Petroleum, Heineken Lokpobiri, has praised the resolution of the OPL 245 dispute, seeing it as a boost for investor confidence in the nation's oil sector.

The article discusses the lack of Western sanctions on Russia's nuclear energy sector, highlighting its strategic importance despite lower revenues compared to oil and gas exports.

The article discusses how the United States, under Trump's leadership, is leveraging its dominance in the energy sector, particularly gas, to buffer against the economic impact of the war in Iran.

Delcy Rodríguez, the acting president of Venezuela, signed agreements with Shell regarding oil and gas, emphasizing the country's new hydrocarbons law and receiving commendations from US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum.

The South Korean government has reintroduced price controls in response to a sudden spike in oil prices caused by geopolitical tensions, and is investigating potential collusion in the oil distribution sector.

Katherina Reiche addresses concerns about energy supply in Germany amidst rising prices, asserting that there is no current energy shortage and highlighting the strength of the German craft sector.

Ukraine's government appoints a new supervisory board for Naftogaz, aimed at addressing previous corruption issues and bringing experienced international members to the energy sector.

Iran has launched severe attacks on major energy facilities in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict in the region.

Nigeria's NNPC Gas Master Plan 2026 aims to transform the country's gas sector into a coordinated commercial market, addressing supply shortages amidst abundant reserves.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued an executive order aimed at stopping revenue leakages in Nigeria's oil and gas sector by mandating direct remittance of petroleum proceeds to the Federation Account.

Experts warn that the recent attacks by the US and Israel on Iran may lead to significant instability in the energy markets, particularly impacting the gas sector.

New Brunswick is importing LNG from Australia despite having significant natural gas reserves domestically.

Iran aims to convince US President Trump to support a nuclear agreement and avoid war by offering financial incentives in its oil and gas sector.

Governor Fábio Mitidieri of Sergipe announced the finalization of the acquisition of 100% of Sergas shares, following substantial investments in the state's gas sector.

The Estonian Ministry of Climate expresses hope that the forestry sector can still meet its climate goals despite a recent forecast predicting higher greenhouse gas emissions than agreed upon.

Brazilian air industry experts highlight challenges in meeting the country's future fuel law aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by 2027.

Bayo Ojulari, CEO of Nigerian National Petroleum Company, has been awarded a Fellowship from the Energy Institute in the UK, marking a significant achievement in the global energy sector.