Biden’s Belt and Road Counter Needs An Eastern Extension
October 1st, 2023
Via The Asia Times, commentary that the new US-led India-Middle East-Europe corridor will only be credible and meaningful if it’s extended to China’s backyard: US President Joe Biden announced on September 9 at the G20 Summit in India an ambitious plan for a transportation corridor connecting India with the Middle East and, ultimately, Europe – […]
Read more »Critical Minerals and the New Cold War
October 1st, 2023
Courtesy of The Diplomat, an article on how access to critical materials has become a paramount national security concern and the object of increasing competition between China and the United States: The ongoing energy transition is transforming the global economy from a hydrocarbon-dependent system to a mineral-intensive one. The global decarbonization shift has supercharged the […]
Read more »Iran, Venezuela, Syria Sign Landmark Oil Refinery Deal to Foil US Sanctions
October 1st, 2023
Via Tasnim News, a report on a new agreement between Iran, Venezuela, and Syria for a new 140,000 barrel refinery to be built in Syria: Signing a tripartite memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Iran, Venezuela and Syria for building a new refinery in the Arab country is clear proof of Iran’s ability to cooperate with […]
Read more »Building Economic Bridges: Kazakhstan’s Thriving Connection With the US
October 1st, 2023
Via The Geopolitics, a report on Kazakhstan’s thriving connection with the U.S.: In the dynamic landscape of global economics, Kazakhstan stands as a beacon of growth and resilience, solidifying its role as a regional leader in attracting foreign investments. The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), a hub of innovation and collaboration, has fostered strong ties […]
Read more »China’s Largest Green Hydrogen Mega Project Hints at Vast Potential
September 30th, 2023
Courtesy of Caixing Global, a report on a mega solar-to-hydrogen factory has been commissioned in China: A mega solar-to-hydrogen factory has been commissioned in China, marking a milestone for the country’s — and potentially the world’s — effort to produce more green hydrogen, a fuel seen as key for slashing global greenhouse gas emissions. The […]
Read more »Russia and South Sudan: Exploring Opportunities for Bilateral Cooperation
September 30th, 2023
Via Modern Diplomacy, a report on efforts between Russia and South Sudan to explore opportunties for bilateral investment and cooperation: Ultimately Russia has returned to Africa, this time not with ‘business as usual’ and rhetorics, but doubled actions to invigorate its relations after holding Sochi and St. Petersburg summits. As sealed in the summit declarations, […]
Read more »Focusing primarily on The New Seven Sisters - the largely state owned petroleum companies from the emerging world that have become key players in the oil & gas industry as identified by Carola Hoyos, Chief Energy Correspondent for The Financial Times - but spanning other nascent opportunities around the globe that may hold potential in the years ahead, Wildcats & Black Sheep is a place for the adventurous to contemplate & evaluate the emerging markets of tomorrow.