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Norway's submarine base Ramsund needs increased power supply amid national security concerns, as raised by a parliamentary question regarding a denial from the energy authority.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico amid rising tensions over accusations of Ukraine's role in Russian oil supply to Slovakia.

The European Commission plans to unveil a €240 billion scheme to boost investments in nuclear energy, positioning it as a key pillar for several EU countries in their strategies for decarbonization, industrial competitiveness, and supply security.

Anthropic has refused the Pentagon's demand to remove safety precautions from its AI, amidst threats of contract cancellation and designation as a supply chain risk.

Experts suggest that increasing ethanol content in gasoline could lead to lower prices, enhanced supply security, and reduced emissions in Mexico.

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is addressing food losses in Sub-Saharan Africa by targeting the initial stage of the food supply chain between smallholder farmers and formal markets.

Israel faces a gas supply crisis due to infrastructure development delays and increased winter demand, leading to tensions between government ministries.

The ONEX Shipyards & Technologies Group will participate in a significant agreement signing with Hanwha Power Systems amid a forum focusing on transatlantic gas supply security.

Energy ministers from Central and Eastern European countries, along with representatives from the USA, signed a joint declaration to enhance natural gas supply security in the region.

The article discusses the urgent need for Poland to strengthen its domestic supply chains as a national security issue rather than just an economic one.

The Greens in Bavaria are demanding a report from Minister Hubert Aiwanger regarding the record low levels of gas storage in the region, calling for transparency and a strategy for improving energy supply security.

The Organisation for Technology Advancement of Cold Chain in West Africa reported that Nigeria suffered post-harvest losses amounting to ₦3.5 trillion to ₦5 trillion in 2025, impacting food supply across various sectors.

Ukraine responds to threats from Slovakia and Hungary regarding the blockage of EU aid and electricity supply.

The article discusses the warning issued by Slovak politician Robert Fico to Ukraine regarding its oil supply in relation to electricity supply.

Norway's defense sector is facing power supply issues as Ramsund Naval Station is denied electricity by Statnett, leading to calls for prioritization of military-related energy access.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has threatened to disrupt the power supply to Ukraine if it continues to hinder Hungary's deliveries of Russian oil.

A joint UN convoy successfully delivered essential humanitarian aid to over 130,000 people in South Kordofan, Sudan, marking the first significant supply effort in three months.

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico declared a state of oil emergency, attributing the current oil supply issues primarily to the disruption caused by a Russian drone attack that has halted the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Slovakia has suspended diesel exports to Ukraine, following a similar decision by Hungary, as domestic reserves are prioritized amid disruptions in supply from the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Croatia has confirmed it will supply oil to Hungary via the Adriatic pipeline, with conditions that the oil must not be sourced from Russia.

The Slovak government has started to release emergency oil reserves as the Druzhba pipeline remains inactive, raising concerns about supply security amid geopolitical tensions.

The Slovak government has declared a state of oil emergency due to an undisclosed issue affecting oil supply.

Algeria is hastening the implementation of a billion-dollar project to construct water desalination plants in drought-prone areas to enhance agricultural water supply.

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright confirmed that the US will continue to supply liquefied natural gas to Europe at reduced prices, supporting the continent's energy security.

Hungary and Slovakia are in conflict with Ukraine regarding the supply of Russian oil, accusing Ukraine of political interference.

Hungary's foreign minister has asked Croatia to facilitate the import of Russian oil through a pipeline as an alternative supply route amid disruptions to current land deliveries.

The European Commissioner for Agriculture warns that the manipulation of food supply chains as weapons poses a significant threat to Europe, emphasizing the dangers of dependency on external food sources.

Sen. Tom Cotton is urging the FDA to investigate the infiltration of illegal Chinese ingredients into weight loss drugs sold in the United States, citing national and health security concerns.

President Trump's $12 billion initiative, known as 'Project Vault', seeks to bolster the US supply of rare earth elements to reduce reliance on China.

Gazprom warns Finland that the filling level of the Inčukalns underground gas storage in Latvia has fallen below 25%, potentially impacting gas supply security in the Baltics and Finland.

Japanese agricultural officials express despair over rice supply issues stemming from a significant data miscalculation.

Electricians in Sjöbo, Sweden, prepare to ensure the country's electricity supply in case of war, reflecting concerns over security in the region.

Latvia's energy supply security has significantly improved, as Russia and Belarus can no longer directly affect Latvia's energy system, according to Rolands Irklis, CEO of the electricity transmission system operator AST.

The Volt Project is a US government initiative established in early February 2026 aimed at creating a strategic reserve of critical minerals to protect the economy and national security from global supply chain disruptions and reduce dependency on China.

Security forces in Oaxaca have dismantled a criminal cell connected to the CJNG responsible for drug dealing in a local supply market.

The US Marine Corps has unveiled the HANX, a completely 3D-printed drone developed in-house, showcasing a significant achievement in cybersecurity and supply chain security without relying on defense industry giants.

Mexico is exploring ways to send oil to Cuba after the U.S. imposed new sanctions on Cuba, identifying it as a threat to national security, simultaneously jeopardizing Cuba's oil supply from Venezuela with the intervention in that region.

Nestlé Nigeria Plc has received the highest level of Authorised Economic Operator certification from the Nigeria Customs Service, confirming compliance with trade regulations and supply chain security standards.

A senior US official stated that the new critical minerals initiative is focused on supply chain security rather than targeting China, amid allegations from Beijing.

On February 2nd, the White House announced the Vault Project to create a strategic critical minerals reserve and establish an independent public-private partnership for essential raw materials storage across the US.

The Web Summit concluded its activities in Doha after days of discussions among decision-makers and technology experts, focusing on key issues such as artificial intelligence and semiconductor supply chain security.

Norway's Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE) anticipates high electricity prices during winter due to depleted water reservoirs and low snow levels in southern mountains, but reassures that they are not concerned about supply security.

55 countries, including Norway, are gathered in Washington to discuss enhancing access to critical minerals, with the U.S. proposing a price floor for these minerals.

The United States, European Union, and Japan have announced a strategic partnership aimed at improving the supply of critical minerals essential for sectors like automotive, defense, and digital technology, enhancing economic and national security.

The 2026 Carnival in Pernambuco will include enhanced security and water supply, special bus lines, and free concerts featuring artists like Alcione, Belo, and João Gomes, among others.

Rio Grande do Norte is set to hold a unified exam offering 175 positions, along with a reserve list, for the State Department of Transit (Detran), the Institute of Social Security (Ipern), and the Supply Center (Ceasa).

Eija Rossi, CEO of the Hamina-Kotka port, believes relocating Finland's icebreakers is not economically viable and supports keeping them in existing facilities in Kotka.

Qatar Energy and Malaysian company Petronas have signed a 20-year long-term agreement for the supply of liquefied natural gas, commencing in 2028, aimed at enhancing Qatar's presence in Asian markets and supporting energy security in Malaysia.

The early year's cold wave has challenged Estonia's energy security, presenting various potential threats despite a stable supply.

Gas storage levels in Germany are currently below 33%, the lowest in a long time, but officials assert that the supply is secured through liquid gas imports, alleviating fears of an acute crisis.