Japan’s Abe Seeks Energy, Trade in Russia, Middle East
The Japanese prime minister hopes to boost economic growth ahead of July’s election.
Energy
Ahead of Referendum, Confusion Over Scottish Oil
England can reasonably lay claim to “Scottish” oil and gas in the North Sea.
Pacific States Wary About Increasing Coal Exports
Left-wing politicians share environmentalists’ concerns about selling more “filthy” coal.
Dutch, Germans Struggle With Russia Relationship
Russia’s biggest trade partners in Europe are uneasy about its human rights situation.
Sudan, South Sudan Reach Deal to Resume Oil Exports
The two Sudans agree to withdraw their troops from the border and resume oil exports.
Russia Has Stake in Venezuelan Ruling Party’s Victory
Russia could lose an ally if Venezuela’s socialists lose the election.
Study: No Reason Not to Build Canada Oil Pipeline
Extension of the Keystone Pipeline would have “no significant impacts” on the environment.
Iraq Says Turkey to Cancel Kurdistan Pipeline
Turkey appears to have changed position in its oil export dispute with Baghdad.
As American Energy Imports Shrink, Will China Take Over?
America could be energy independent in two decades while China still has to import.
Czechs, Poles to Keep German Green Energy Out
Germany’s neighbors are tired of grid fluctuations and shut themselves off.
Iraq Challenges Saudi Arabia, Resists Oil Production Cut
The kingdom tries to put the squeeze on an Iraq that is emboldened by rising oil output.
Russia Fails to Diversify Economy Away from Energy
Vladimir Putin talks of economic reform, but his government continues to lean on oil.
Wind Farms Peppered Across Britain But What of the Tide?
The coalition government’s energy policies are confused and lack ambition.
Laos’ Hydropower Boom Attracts Regional Attention
China, Thailand and Vietnam are keen to import hydroelectricity for Laos.
Canada Lures Americans for Oil Sands Industry Jobs
Unemployed Californians are finding high-paying jobs in the energy sector of Alberta, Canada.