Petroleum politics

OPEC Fund marks 45 years of driving development, as member countries commit to further contribution

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Thursday, January 28, 2021
OPEC Fund for International Development, Petroleum politics, Petroleum industry, OPEC, Primary sector of the economy, Energy

VIENNA, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) marks its 45th anniversary today.

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  • VIENNA, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) marks its 45th anniversary today.
  • The 45th anniversary coincides with a demonstration of steadfast support from the organization's member countries.
  • OPEC Fund Director-General Dr Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "Thanks to the foresight and dedication of our member countries, the OPEC Fund continues to demonstrate solidarity and play its part in reducing global inequality.
  • For further information on the OPEC Fund's achievements since 1976, please see the special edition of the OPEC Fund Quarterly .

Global Oil and Gas Discoveries Quaterly Review, Q2 2020 - A Total of 23 Oil and Gas Discoveries were Made - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Oil, Gas, Energy, Natural gas, Petroleum politics, Energy and the environment, Peak gas, Peak oil

The "Global Oil and Gas Discoveries Quaterly Review, Q2 2020 - China and Brazil Led Discoveries Count in the Quarter" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Oil and Gas Discoveries Quaterly Review, Q2 2020 - China and Brazil Led Discoveries Count in the Quarter" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Globally, a total of 23 oil and gas discoveries were made during Q2 2020.
  • Of these, 15 are oil discoveries and eight are gas discoveries.
  • Among countries, China and Brazil, had the highest number of discoveries with three each in Q2 2020.

From Oil to Energy: IOC Strategies for the Energy Transition - How the Wider Oil and Gas Sectors are Preparing for Transition

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Petroleum politics

DUBLIN, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "From Oil to Energy - IOC Strategies for the Energy Transition" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "From Oil to Energy - IOC Strategies for the Energy Transition" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Oil and gas demand hit hard by COVID-19 shock.
  • Potential for long-term behavioral change after lockdown experiences creates uncertainty over transportation demand for oil.
  • Major IOCs recognized large impairments in Q2 after downward revisions to future oil and gas price assumptions.

Worldwide Marble Industry to 2030 - Players Include Emek Marble, Stone Land & MGT Stone Company Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, January 22, 2021
Mining, Minerals, Natural Resources, Business process, Petroleum politics

The "Marble Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2020 - 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Marble Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2020 - 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This latest study collated and published analyzes the historical and present-day scenario of the global marble market in order to accurately gauge its future growth.
  • The report also provides insightful information about how the global marble market would expand during the forecast period of 2020 to 2030.
  • This study covers a detailed segmentation of the global marble market, along with key information and a competition outlook.

2020 Insights on the Energy Transition Strategies of Major Oil and Gas EPC Companies - Impact of COVID-19 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Oil, Gas, Energy, Economic history of Canada, Energy policy, Petroleum politics

The "Energy Transition Strategies of Major Oil and Gas EPC Companies" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Energy Transition Strategies of Major Oil and Gas EPC Companies" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This transition is prompting oil and gas EPC companies to realign their businesses and capitalize on this emerging market segment.
  • Reviews preparedness of leading oil and gas EPC companies in the ongoing energy transition in the oil and gas industry.
  • Reviews preparedness of leading oil and gas EPC companies in the ongoing energy transition in the oil and gas industry.

Global Oil and Gas Discoveries Quaterly Review, Q3 2020 - Norway Led Discoveries Count in the Quarter - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Energy, Other Energy, Oil, Gas, Petroleum politics, Petroleum, Natural gas, Chemistry, Physical sciences, Matter, Fuel gas, Peak oil, Shale gas

The "Global Oil and Gas Discoveries Quaterly Review, Q3 2020 - Norway Led Discoveries Count in the Quarter" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Oil and Gas Discoveries Quaterly Review, Q3 2020 - Norway Led Discoveries Count in the Quarter" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • In Q3 2020, a total of 28 oil and gas discoveries were made - all being either conventional oil or conventional gas.
  • Asia led globally with nine oil and gas discoveries, of which eight are conventional gas.
  • Among countries, Norway, had the highest number of discoveries with four in Q3 2020.

Mergers and Acquisitions in Oil and Gas: 2017-Q1 2020 Thematic Research Report - M&A Activity Reached $224.4Bn in Deal Value, Reflecting Growth of 29% and 159% Compared to 2018 and 2017 Respectively - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, January 18, 2021
Oil, Gas, Energy, Articles, Economy, Corporate finance, Human resource management, Mergers and acquisitions, Sustainability, Price of oil, Petroleum politics

The "Mergers and Acquisitions in Oil and Gas (2017-Q1 2020) - Thematic Research" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Mergers and Acquisitions in Oil and Gas (2017-Q1 2020) - Thematic Research" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • In 2019, M&A activity reached $224.4bn in deal value, reflecting growth of 29% and 159% compared to 2018 and 2017 respectively.
  • The growing importance of sustainability, combined with volatile oil prices, diminishing resources has also resulted in M&A for diversification.
  • In the short term, COVID-19 is likely to reduce deal activity in the oil and gas sector.

Fraser Institute News Release: Oklahoma and Texas rank far more attractive for oil and gas investment than Alberta

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Thursday, January 14, 2021
Conservatism in Canada, Fraser Institute, Petroleum politics, Energy policy, Political ideologies, Politics of Alberta, Politics, Economic history of Canada

CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oklahoma and Texas are considered far more attractive than Alberta for oil and gas investment, according to a new survey of petroleum-sector executives released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan, Canadian public policy think-tank.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oklahoma and Texas are considered far more attractive than Alberta for oil and gas investment, according to a new survey of petroleum-sector executives released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan, Canadian public policy think-tank.
  • The survey, conducted between May and August of 2020, ranks 21 North American jurisdictions (16 states and five provinces) based on policies affecting oil and gas investment.
  • In particular, only 16 and 24 per cent of respondents in Oklahoma and Texas, respectively, specified that uncertainty around environmental regulations is a deterrent to investment.
  • Policies matter, and when the oil and gas sector is very clearly indicating that American jurisdictions are more attractive for investment, policymakers should take note, said Aliakbari.

World Biomedical Metal Market Research and Analysis, 2020-2030: Trends, Growth Opportunities and Forecasts - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, December 31, 2020
Other Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Petroleum politics, Sustainable Development Goals, Sustainable development

The "Biomedical Metal Market Research and Analysis, 2020 - Trends, Growth Opportunities and Forecasts to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Biomedical Metal Market Research and Analysis, 2020 - Trends, Growth Opportunities and Forecasts to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Biomedical Metal Market report 2020 presents a strategic analysis of the global Biomedical Metal market over the forecast period from 2020 to 2026.
  • The overall economic recovery will be the main indicator of the Biomedical Metal market recovery from the crisis.
  • Biomedical Metal Market revenue forecasts across three post-COVID pandemic case scenarios, 2020- 2030
    Global Biomedical Metal market size outlook by type, 2020- 2030
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DGAP-News: African Energy Chamber: What the U.S. Political Transition Might Mean for Africa Generally and Its Oil and Gas Sector in Particular

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Wednesday, December 30, 2020
Petroleum politics, Cartels, OPEC, Joe Biden, Articles, Energy, Geopolitics

"OPEC plus" deal which helped to stabilize the oil industry and gave African oil-producing nations new opportunities to recover from COVID-19-related economic hardships.

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  • "OPEC plus" deal which helped to stabilize the oil industry and gave African oil-producing nations new opportunities to recover from COVID-19-related economic hardships.
  • So, looking more granularly at future of US Africa policy on Africa's economies, what does the impending US presidential transition mean for Africa's oil and gas sector?
  • By virtue of my role at the African Energy Chamber, I simply have to ask: How will the Biden administration approach African oil and gas?
  • The problem is that DFC's course doesn't do much for the oil and gas sector in Africa.