Shops and Malls Ordered to Close by 8 P.M. as Electricity Crisis Deepens Bangladesh has tightened nationwide electricity-saving measures as a worsening gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) shortage puts increasing pressure on the country’s power grid. Under the latest measures, shops, markets and shopping malls must close by 8 p.m., as authorities seek to […]
Marco Rubio Formalises Civil Nuclear Partnership With Paraguay The United States and Paraguay have signed a Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding, marking a significant step in expanding bilateral cooperation on peaceful nuclear energy and strengthening long-term energy security. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Paraguayan Vice President Pedro Alliana formalised the agreement […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has called on the United Kingdom to reopen North Sea oil production and strengthen efforts to tackle illegal migration, describing the two issues as among Europe’s biggest challenges. Speaking on the UK’s energy and immigration policies, President Trump argued that increasing oil production in the North Sea would help lower energy […]
The conflict between Iran and the United States has escalated sharply after Iran launched a new wave of missile and drone strikes against U.S.-linked military targets across the Gulf region following a fourth consecutive night of intensive American airstrikes on Iranian military infrastructure. The latest exchange marks one of the most dangerous phases of the […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has abandoned his proposal to impose a 20% transit fee on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, announcing instead that the United States will pursue trade and investment agreements with Gulf nations as compensation for Washington’s role in securing one of the world’s most strategically important maritime routes. The policy […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the reinstatement of a U.S.-led naval blockade targeting Iran, marking a major escalation in the ongoing confrontation between Washington and Tehran and raising fresh concerns about stability in the Middle East and the global energy market. The announcement follows renewed military exchanges between U.S. and Iranian forces after the […]
The Kingdom of Eswatini is preparing to host the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Sustainable Energy Week 2027, a landmark regional event that is expected to bring together policymakers, energy experts, investors, development partners, and private sector leaders to advance Southern Africa’s sustainable energy agenda. The conference, scheduled to take place from 15 to 19 […]
Australia and India have signed a landmark uranium supply agreement that marks a significant step in their growing strategic partnership, reinforcing cooperation in clean energy, trade and regional security. The agreement will allow Australia to expand uranium exports for India’s civilian nuclear energy programme, supporting New Delhi’s ambitions to meet rising electricity demand while reducing […]
Alexandru Munteanu, Prime Minister of Moldova, has announced his resignation, a move that also results in the resignation of the country’s entire government. Mr. Munteanu, who has served as prime minister since November 2025, made the announcement without providing a reason for his decision. The 62 year old economist, who previously worked in the private […]
De-escalation Efforts Continue Iran and the United States have agreed to halt recent hostilities in the Gulf and resume negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz, raising hopes that an interim peace agreement can be preserved. Technical discussions on the 14-point memorandum agreed on June 17 are scheduled to resume in Qatar on Tuesday, with both […]