AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Tensions: Bahrain and the UAE condemned Iranian attacks on an ADNOC tanker, while the US says it expects Iran to restore oil and gas flows and keep commercial shipping safe, with Vance stressing “we verify.” Iran Export Disruption: Iran’s Kharg Island terminal reportedly stayed idle with no tankers loading for at least a week amid a renewed US naval blockade, raising storage-capacity worries. Iraq Route Diversification: Iraq’s oil exports have fallen to about 1.5–1.7 million bpd from roughly 3.4 million bpd pre-war; the ministry points to Basra–Fishkhabour pipeline plans under a BOT model and other routing efforts. Balkan Pipeline Security: Bulgaria says an explosive drone detonated near the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline and compressor stations, prompting tighter surveillance. UK North Sea Gas Debate: Conservatives and Reform UK urge Andy Burnham to approve the Jackdaw gas reserve to keep related infrastructure running longer. Data Centers & Power: A study suggests improved fuel cells could help data centers generate electricity and cut grid strain. US Policy Contradiction: A report says the Trump administration spent nearly $4B to pay energy firms to cancel planned power projects despite declaring an energy emergency. Local Gas Supply Glitch: In Nepal’s Dharan, officials blamed excess cylinder hoarding for a gas shortage and ordered tighter dealer distribution.
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