Economy
Global Oil Markets Tense as US-Iran Ceasefire Negotiations Falter.
May 12, 2026 at 6:29 AM
Oil prices have climbed as diplomatic efforts to resolve the US-Iran conflict show signs of fragility, raising concerns over global supply chain disruptions, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz.
Energy
China Eyes Fuel Export Resumption as Domestic Stockpiles Surge.
April 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM
State-owned Chinese oil giants, including Sinopec and CNPC, are seeking government approval to restart gasoline and diesel exports in May, following a period of reduced processing and high domestic inventory levels.
Economy
Unpacking the Petrodollar System: Geopolitics and Global Energy Markets.
April 16, 2026 at 10:33 PM
An examination of the 'petrodollar' mechanism, exploring how the dominance of the US dollar in global oil trade shapes international relations, influences inflation, and dictates geopolitical strategies.












