Report Energy Geopolitics in the Balkans
An in-depth analysis of Balkan energy geopolitics, where Russian influence, EU de-risking, U.S. sanctions, and global capital intersect to reshape Europe’s most politicized energy corridor.
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Global Economy Why is the Middle East becoming a core market for Chinese EV makers? Learn how strategy, policy, and demand intersect.
How new US and EU sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil disrupt oil trade, finance, and downstream energy security.
Global Economy The Strategic Strengths of Russia’s Foreign Policy
— An Economist’s Assessment of Rationality, Fit, and Effectiveness —Executive PerspectiveWhen assessed through a normati...
Middle East What Makes Russia’s Africa Strategy Effective After 2024
Russia’s Africa strategy after 2024 prioritizes security, gold, and sanctions resilience over development. This analysis explains why the model is highly effective in fragile states.
GOLD Russia’s Strategy in Africa
Russia’s Africa strategy centers on security-for-resources deals rather than development. This report analyzes how gold mining in Mali and Niger supports Russia’s sanctions resilience and geopolitical influence.
Middle East The UAE–Russia Relationship
Why does the UAE maintain ties with Russia despite sanctions?This report explains their calculated cooperation through energy, finance, and realist geopolitics.
Japan Global Macro Economist Report
The U.S. extension of sanctions exemptions for Sakhalin LNG is not a technical adjustment, but a structural shift in sanctions economics. This report analyzes its implications for Japan, inflation, energy markets, and alliance stability.
Global Economy Russia–India Strategic Rapprochement and the Reconfiguration of Energy Geopolitics
Putin’s vow to guarantee continuous oil shipments to India marks a major shift in global energy geopolitics. Learn how Russia–India cooperation is reshaping supply chains, sanctions dynamics, and emerging-market risk.
Global Economy Geopolitical Macro Strategy Report
How the EU–G7 maritime sanctions on Russian oil could spark a new inflation cycle, drive oil above $130, disrupt shipping insurance, and shift global monetary policy. A must-read geopolitical macro strategy report.
Invest ExxonMobil’s Interest in Acquiring the West Qurna-2 Oilfield
As Lukoil exits West Qurna-2 under sanctions, ExxonMobil emerges as a leading buyer. Learn how this strategic move could redefine U.S. influence in Iraq, reduce Russia’s energy leverage, and stabilize global oil flows.
Japan Japan’s Strategic Vulnerability in LNG Procurement
Sakhalin LNG is becoming Japan’s most fragile energy link. Learn how Russia’s strategy, China’s influence, and market volatility could reshape Japan’s energy security and industrial competitiveness.
Global Economy Where Is Serbia’s NIS Heading?
Serbia’s energy giant NIS is entering a historic transition as U.S. sanctions force Russia’s Gazprom Neft to exit. This article explains the ownership shift, supply disruptions, emergency operations, and what the restructuring means for Serbia and the wider Balkan region.
Russia Latest Developments in Sanctions on Russia’s Lukoil and Rosneft
Latest updates on sanctions against Lukoil and Rosneft in 2025, including policy changes, market disruptions, energy security risks, and compliance guidance.