Asia

China

• Hainan FTP’s special customs operations underscore China’s firm commitment to high-standard opening up
• China’s central bank completes financial prep for Hainan’s island-wide special customs operations
• World’s largest high-speed-rail tunneling machine passes 10,000 meters beneath Yangtze
• 25,000 mirrors: A mega green power project in west China
• China’s digital consumption accounts for nearly half of household spending in H1: report
• China’s general public budget spending up 1.4 pct in Jan.-Nov.
• Venergy steps into boxships with feeder newbuild deal in China
• Wan Hai heads to Chinese yard for LNG-powered newbuilds
• Chinese contractor wins PTTEP services contract
• China’s CNPC Expects Peak Gas Demand by 2040
• Sinopec Bullish on China Peak Oil Demand in Latest Forecast

India

• India’s parliament approves bill to raise foreign direct investment in insurance to 100%
• Japan’s MUFG to invest over $4 billion for stake in India’s Shriram Finance
• India equity benchmarks inch lower for third day as investors await fresh cues
• India defies sanctions with strong Russian oil imports
• India boosts Russian oil imports as refiners chase discounts
• Rupee recovers 55 paise from all-time low level to close at 90.38 against US dollar
• LPG shortage in Punjab as Bathinda refinery shuts down
• ₹40,000 crore forex savings logged; ethanol blending seen unlocking ₹2 lakh crore more
• Rajasthan discoms cut power losses sharply, but Jodhpur remains a concern
• Vidarbha industry flags power bill shock, disputes Maharashtra govt’s tariff-cut promise
• India’s clean energy support rises; progress hinges on PSUs’ diversification, electricity reforms
• Explained: How the SHANTI Bill, 2025 restructures nuclear licensing, safety and regulation
• India and Russia creating framework to reach $100 billion trade target

Indonesia

• ‘Large’ contract takes Fugro to Indonesian deepwater gas development

Japan

• Japan’s Igarashi Reizo builds $24 mln cold storage project in southern Vietnam

Pakistan

• Goods transporters end strike after ‘successful talks’ with authorities
• Pakistan Navy Launches Fourth Hangor Class Submarine GHAZI In China
• SECP clears PIA Holding Company’s transfer of Precision Engineering Complex
• Pakistan posts $100m current account surplus in November
• IMF casts doubt on Pakistan’s $60bn export dream
• NEPRA unveils major solar net metering changes
• Pakistan’s growth outlook dims as exports lag, imports surge: IMF
• PSX ends choppy session slightly lower amid mixed cues
• FDI holds steady at $179.7m in November as China-led inflows continue
• Pakistan imports from China clocks in at $1.3bn
• Pakistan’s Power sector attracts highest net FDI of $86.75m in November
• China leads FDI in Pakistan with net inflow of around $82m in November
• NETSOL Technologies signs $50 million contract extension with global auto captive
• ADB commends macroeconomic reforms, reaffirms support for ML-1

South Korea

• Ford cancels EV battery deal worth $6.5 billion with South Korea’s LG Energy Solution

Sri Lanka

• Sri Lanka shares end muted
• Sri Lanka forecasts 5% growth in 2026, aided by post-cyclone reconstruction

Thailand

• Thailand’s central bank lowers policy rate to 1.25 pct

Vietnam

• Honda Vietnam expands biz registration to cover electric vehicles, charging, battery swapping
• Vietnam tech unicorn VNG merges two core units into AI-focused GreenNode brand
• Becamex to inject $28 mln into VSIP Industrial Park joint venture
• Vietnam M&A 2025: Opportunities reshaped by disciplined capital
• HCMC plans Cai Mep Ha free trade zone linked to deep-sea port complex
• Cash returns to Vietnamese stock market, but analysts urge caution
• Unprecedented national milestone in 65 years: Vietnam welcomes 20 millionth international visitor
• Vietnam’s Truong Hai steps up boxship ambitions with orders in China

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Middle East

Bahrain

• Bahrain All Share Index adds 0.08% on Wednesday’s trading session

Egypt

• Grundfos hosts a powerful regional gathering in Sharm El Sheikh
• JV breaks ground for $210mln Atum integrated solar complex in Egypt’s SCZONE
• Egypt targets 480 new oil and gas wells in $5.7bln exploration push
• Egypt signs $200m sustainable aviation fuel deal
• Egypt Kicks Off $220 Mn Solar Production Complex in SCZONE
• Egypt’s Suez Canal, Namibian Ports Authority sign MoU to propel port development, training
• Maridive and Oil Services reports 105.5% YoY higher profits in 9 months
• WATG completes long-term master plan for Egypt’s Giza Pyramids region
• Ernst & Young forecasts sharpest slowdown for Egypt’s inflation in nearly 3 years
• Souhoola closes 2nd securitization bond issuance for CI Capital at $12.28mln
• Huawei Digital Power gathers regional leaders in Sharm El-Sheikh

Jordan

• Orange Jordan supports JIFEX 2025 and highlights its leadership in the logistics sector

Kuwait

• Action Energy eyes regional expansion after Kuwait stock market listing
• Kuwait Oil Company seeks higher project budgets
• Kuwait oil price down $1.31 to $59.13 pb
• Mintiply Capital to lead $326mln F&B, e-commerce investment deal in GCC

Oman

• Oman’s Nama PWP signs PPA for 120MW Jaalan Bani Bu Ali wind project
• Oman: Hydrogen project set for commissioning by Q4 2026
• Energy Development Oman achieves investment grade rating from Fitch Ratings
• Archangel Lightworks and Omantel establish a strategic partnership to bring laser communications to Oman
• Working aggressively to attract foreign airlines – Oman Airports CEO

Qatar

• QatarEnergy inks 15-year helium supply agreement with Uniper
• Qatar bets on cheap power to catch up in Gulf AI race
• Leader emerges for $5 billion-plus megaproject at world’s largest gas field

Saudi Arabia

• Arabian Qudra to set up first floating solar plant in Saudi Arabia
• Saudi non-oil private sector sees strong growth as PMI climbs over 60
• Saudi non-oil exports post record growth reaching $81.86bln in H1 2025: Alkhorayef
• Saudi firm eyes acquisition of Russian oil giant Lukoil
• Saudi Cabinet cancels expat worker fees for licensed industrial facilities
• Investment licenses in Saudi Arabia have increased 20-fold in 5 years
• Saudi Arabia raises $1.8bn in December sukuk issuance: NDMC
• AGIB launches Giga-Projects Tracker and gathers industry leaders in Riyadh

UAE

• Kimmeridge offers $6 billion for natural gas company Ascent
• Dubai crude shows signs of oversupply amid global oil glut
• Masdar pulls out of ReNew Energy buyout consortium
• Masdar completes first project in $1.33bln UK battery storage investment
• ADJD reinforces community awareness at the Fifth Abu Dhabi Family Forum
• Binghatti launches new Mercedes Benz-branded residential project
• DXB and DWC boost winter schedules with new routes
• Dubai inflation eases to 2.7% in November
• Adnoc secures 95% stake in Germany’s Covestro in its biggest acquisition yet
• Fatema Al Nuaimi says the Ruwais LNG project is progressing on schedule

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Africa

Egypt

• Egypt’s Suez Canal, Namibian Ports Authority sign MoU to propel port development, training

Liberia

• Liberia secures Global Environment Facility approval for landmark mercury-reduction project in gold mining sector

Morocco

• Morocco awards $185m Guercif-Nador road contracts

Namibia

• Egypt’s Suez Canal, Namibian Ports Authority sign MoU to propel port development, training

Nigeria

• Nigeria’s House to look into row between regulator and Dangote over fuel imports, pricing
• Nigeria: Senate cuts crude oil benchmark to $60 for 2026 budget
• Binatone launches new electronic power station in Nigeria
• Shell Adds New Gas Customer in Nigeria
• Customs intercepts $1.56mln from Dubai-bound Austrian national at Lagos Airport

South Africa

• South African inflation eases, economists see more rate cuts ahead

Tunisia

• AMEA Power commissions Tunisia’s first solar plant above 100MW

Uganda

• New leader emerges as African coffee exports surge

Africa (regional)

• Airtel Africa teams up with Starlink to launch direct-to-cell service in 14 markets
• ACWA Power, AfDB set to fast-track $5bln energy, water projects in Africa

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Europe

Germany

• Germany’s Fairplay Towage acquires Stade-based marine services company
• Acciona develops new digital platform to control concrete on its construction sites

Hungary

• Hungary set to purchase 2 bcm of liquefied natural gas from US
• Hungary’s MOL takes operating role at Azeri oil and gas project

Moldova

• EU candidate country moves to seize Russian oil giant’s assets

Netherlands

• Shell and Chevron quit Sea Cargo Charter in blow to voluntary decarbonisation framework

Norway

• Norway’s Amon Bulk expands ammonia bulker scheme with three more kamsarmax newbuilds
• Owners of Norway’s largest oil discovery miss deadline
• DeepOcean and Vår Energi shake hands for five-year subsea IMR services

Poland

• Can Poland save offshore wind? Auction launched amid string of European tender failures

Russia

• Western claims of Russian threat ‘lies and nonsense’ – Putin
• New Russian ice-capable pusher tug hits the water
• Arming of Russian ‘shadow fleet’ and related security concerns

Spain

• Record 22-meter suction sail installed on general cargo vessel

United Kingdom

• Fifth chapter of North Sea oil project’s book now online
• UK inflation unexpectedly tumbles, firming Bank of England rate cut bets
• Sterling spooked by UK inflation surprise, oil jumps on Venezuela blockade
• European shares rise as banking, commodity stocks lead broader gains

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North America

Bahamas

• Sawgrass LNG & Power celebra ocho años de suministro de GNL a las Bahamas

Canada

• Pembina Completes Remarketing of Cedar LNG Share
• Canada’s LNG Gets Further Support
• Alberta’s Huge Oil Sands Reserves Dwarf U.S. Shale
• Canadian Natural Earmarks 2026 Capital for Early Work on Oilsands Expansions
• Imperial Expects Up To $1.6B Capex for 2026
• 12-year deal in the bag for Canada’s $4B hydro-powered floating LNG project
• LOOKING BACK AT 2025 – A Defining Year for Canada’s Energy Policy Shift & LNG Milestones

United States

• Natural Gas Price Outlook – Natural Gas Plummets
• Weather Flip Sends Natural Gas Futures Sliding, Spot Prices Tumble at Midday
• Natural Gas Positions for Firmer 2026 as Power Demand, LNG Lift Floor
• U.S. crude oil closes at lowest level since early 2021 as looming surplus weighs on market
• Trump Orders Blockade of Sanctioned Oil Tankers in Venezuela
• Energy Department Grants Woodside Louisiana LNG Project Additional Time to Commence Exports
• Golden Pass LNG Nears Production in 2026 with Turbine Testing Approval
• PIVOT! Ford to Take $19.5 Billion in Charges Tied to Sweeping EV Unwind

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South America

Brazil

• Natural Gas Liberalization ‘Reshaping Energy Landscape’ for Major LNG Buyer Brazil
• Brazilian operator denies $450 million asset sale talks
• ExxonMobil quits four Brazil pre-salt exploration blocks

Venezuela

• Trump moves to choke Venezuelan oil shipping with ‘total and complete’ tanker blockade
• Venezuela faces demands for big oil discounts and contract changes after tanker seizure

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Oceania

Australia

• Workers at Australia’s Pluto LNG set to strike
• Santos offloads Australian non-core gas assets to Eni and Comet Ridge
• Major works contract marks final step for construction start at Australian interconnector
• Wood wins role at Australian carbon capture scheme

Papua New Guinea

• PNG LNG partners accelerate repayment of project financing

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Global

• Natural gas price is threatening the positive stability
• Oil prices fall to 4-year low below $55 as supply glut shows up
• Oil settles near five-year low amid ample supply, Russia-Ukraine progress
• Oil prices jump as Trump orders blockade of Venezuelan tankers
• Global coal demand peaks in 2025, set for long-term decline: IEA
• LNG Terminal Market to Grow at 4.91% CAGR Through 2035
• Powering AI Without Breaking the Grid
• Electricity is now holding back growth across the global economy
• Gold and silver prices surge amid global market volatility
• Shell and Chevron quit Sea Cargo Charter in blow to voluntary decarbonisation framework
• Alterra invests in key renewables fund to boost global use