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Tran quoted in TIME on Red Sea shipping disruptions

UkraineAlert Apr 9, 2025

Putin’s Arctic ambitions: Russia eyes natural resources and shipping routes

By Bohdan Ustymenko

Russia’s plans to expand its influence in the Arctic region and dominate the Northern Sea Route together with China pose serious security challenges for the international community, writes Bohdan Ustymenko.
China Conflict
Tran quoted in TIME on Red Sea shipping disruptions

EnergySource Mar 28, 2025

Nord Stream could divide Europe yet again 

By Michał Kurtyka

Washington’s potential reset with Moscow, amid Ukraine peace negotiations, has revived discussions on the future of Nord Stream 2. Whether the Trump administration would cede its LNG market in Europe to Russian pipeline exports remains to be seen. For Europe, however, reopening the pipeline would be a costly mistake.
Eastern Europe Economy & Business
Tran quoted in TIME on Red Sea shipping disruptions

MENASource Mar 13, 2025

Why now is the right time for ‘maximum pressure’ on Iran’s oil exports

By Scott Modell

Iran is more vulnerable than it has been in decades; the United States can deliver a decisive blow to Tehran and set the stage for a more stable and secure future.
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Jan 9, 2020

Transforming the power sector in developing countries: Geopolitics, poverty, and climate change in Bangladesh

By Robert F. Ichord, Jr.

As the South and Southeast Asian region faces increasing energy demand due to both population and economic growth, countries like Bangladesh must meet that demand while facing and overcoming critical environmental and energy security challenges. How is Bangladesh seeking to diversify its energy mix and establish more local and decarbonized power systems, and what are key opportunities for future government and foreign investment?

Bangladesh Climate Change & Climate Action

Global Energy Forum

Jan 9, 2020

Transforming the power sector in developing countries: Geopolitics, poverty, and climate change in Pakistan

By Robert F. Ichord, Jr.

As the South and Southeast Asian region faces increasing energy demand due to both population and economic growth, countries like Pakistan must meet that demand while facing and overcoming critical environmental and energy security challenges. How is Pakistan seeking to diversify its energy mix and establish more local and decarbonized power systems, and what are key opportunities for future government and foreign investment?

Climate Change & Climate Action Energy Markets & Governance

Global Energy Forum

Jan 9, 2020

The role of oil and gas companies in the energy transition

By Robert (“RJ”) Johnston, Reed Blakemore, and Randolph Bell

Many oil and gas companies have recognized the need to decarbonize the energy system to avoid the impacts of climate change. Initial industry efforts to play a role in the energy transition show sincerity and promise. Yet the urgent need for more oil and gas production for the foreseeable future suggests that a comprehensive framework for the oil and gas industry to support a low-carbon future while simultaneously ensuring the world has enough energy to meet development and economic growth goals has yet to be fully developed. What role can the oil and gas industry play lead the way to an energy-rich, globally prosperous, low-carbon future?

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Jan 8, 2024

Tran quoted in TIME on Red Sea shipping disruptions

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In the News

Jan 5, 2024

Wald featured in Bloomberg Surveillance podcast discussing potential for oil supply risk amid recent Houthi attacks and avoiding the Red Sea
Energy Markets & Governance Geopolitics & Energy Security

In the News

Jan 5, 2024

Wald quoted in Bloomberg on the potential disruption to the oil trade amid Red Sea attacks
Energy Markets & Governance Middle East

In the News

Dec 29, 2023

Wald and Shaffer quoted in S&P Global Commodity Insights on Iranian sanctions, ties to Houthis, and crude oil supplies
Energy Markets & Governance Financial Sanctions and Economic Coercion

In the News

Dec 28, 2023

Wald featured in Bloomberg Surveillance podcast discussing global oil markets in Middle East geopolitics
Energy Markets & Governance Geopolitics & Energy Security

In the News

Dec 20, 2023

Tran cited by Investopedia on Red Sea attacks disrupting global trade

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Oil and Gas Trade and tariffs

New Atlanticist

Dec 20, 2023

What’s behind the attacks on ships in the Red Sea

By Ellen Wald

Houthis have increased drone and missile attacks against commercial ships in the area, and companies are suspending routes through the Suez Canal.

Economy & Business Energy & Environment

In the News

Dec 20, 2023

Sullivan quoted in Business Day on oil trade and traffic in the midst of Houthi attacks
Energy Markets & Governance Middle East

UkraineAlert

Dec 19, 2023

Wartime Ukraine’s European energy integration continues

By Aura Sabadus

Ukraine has been invited to join Europe’s leading electricity infrastructure association in January 2024 as the country's remarkable wartime European energy sector integration continues, writes Aura Sabadus.

Conflict Energy Markets & Governance

In the News

Dec 19, 2023

Tran cited by The Guardian on Red Sea attacks disrupting global trade

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Marino Auffant

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Reed Blakemore

Director, Research and Programs

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Geopolitics & Energy Security Energy Transitions

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Neil Ford

Nonresident Senior Fellow

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Africa Energy & Environment

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Agnia Grigas

Nonresident Senior Fellow

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Mamadou Fall Kane

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Inwook Kim

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