AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Shock: Iraq says crude exports have fallen from ~3.4 mbpd to 1.5–1.7 mbpd after the Strait of Hormuz closure, and is pushing alternative routes via Port of Aqaba and the Basra–Fishkhabur pipeline. Maritime Security Escalation: Yemen’s transport ministry condemned an explosive-laden Houthi boat attack on an oil tanker at Mokha port, while Bulgaria reported a drone blast near the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline and Kyiv denied intent. Hormuz Tolls Standoff: UAE and Kuwait condemned an Iranian missile attack on an ADNOC tanker as Iran signals it wants to administer the strait; US VP JD Vance says Washington expects restored flows but will “verify” actions, not promises. EU Gas Debate: A Russian envoy claims the EU’s energy crunch is “self-inflicted” by abandoning Russian gas, citing low storage levels. Power & Data Centers: Amazon faces fresh scrutiny for a Texas gas plant tied to AI data centers, with permits allowing up to 33m tons CO2/yr. Grid Planning Fight (Philippines): Lawmakers press the DOE to stop letting generators pick sites freely, arguing for coordination with the grid operator to cut system losses. Renewables Policy (Cuba/India): Cuba approved tax breaks for solar and other renewables, while India tightened border-area rules restricting new solar/wind/hybrid projects near sensitive lines. Local Energy Costs: US states see budget windfalls from higher oil prices, even as consumers keep feeling volatility at the pump.
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