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Saudi Arabia to host G20 summit in 2020

- Next year’s summit will be the first to be hosted by an Arab country

18.04.2019 International Relations , Middle East-Africa

Sudan arrests brothers of ousted president

- Abdullah and Alabas al-Bashir taken into custody on corruption charges

18.04.2019 International Relations , Middle East-Africa

Turkey, Belarus eye trade volume of $1.5 billion

- Turkish president says they have means to achieve this goal

17.04.2019 International Relations , Turkey

US, Turkey seeking $75B trade volume: Turkish minister

- Trade Minister Ruhsar Pekcan says Washington, Ankara seeking to develop tariff-free high-tech cooperation zone in Turkey

17.04.2019 International Relations , Turkey

Notre Dame Cathedral to be rebuilt in 5 years: Macron

- ‘We will build cathedral of Notre Dame more beautiful than ever,’ says French president

17.04.2019 International Relations , Europe

Trump vetoes resolution on ending US support in Yemen

- Saudi Arabia has been leading a coalition against Yemen's Houthi rebels since 2015

17.04.2019 International Relations , Americas

Turkey says S-400 technical committee still on table

- 'We are waiting to hear from our U.S. colleagues and from NATO,' Turkish presidential spokesman says

17.04.2019 International Relations , Turkey

Indonesia holds historic elections

- Polls being held same day for presidency and vice presidency, parliamentary seats and local positions for first time

17.04.2019 International Relations , Asia

Oil falls with possibility of OPEC, Russia output boost

- Russian official signals OPEC+ could increase output to regain lost shares taken by U.S. shale producers

17.04.2019 Upstream , International Relations , Eurasia , Americas , Middle East-Africa

Turkey-US ties need to be based on trust: official

- Ibrahim Kalin says Washington’s threats would only damage relationship

16.04.2019 International Relations , Americas

Germany urges end to fighting in Libya

- Chancellor Merkel speaks with Egypt’s al-Sisi about Libya, calls on commander Haftar to return to peace negotiations

16.04.2019 International Relations , Europe

Iran says more US pressure means more fragile oil market

- Trump should choose whether to add more pressure on Iran or keep fuel prices low in US, Oil Minister Zangeneh says

15.04.2019 Oil , Energy Diplomacy , International Relations , World , Americas , Middle East-Africa , General

'Next 4 years an opportunity for Turkey': EU spokesman

- The doors of the EU are open and will remain open for Turkey, says European Commission spokesmen Margaritis Schinas

15.04.2019 International Relations , Turkey , Europe

EU countries to take in 64 shipbound migrants

- Humanitarian ship carrying 64 rescued migrants has been stranded in Mediterranean for 10 days

14.04.2019 International Relations , Europe

France prohibits weekend Yellow Vest protests

- Authorities in Paris, Lille says protesters not allowed to demonstrate

12.04.2019 International Relations , Europe

India: General elections underway in parts of country

- Minor incidents of violence, reports of voters missing from rolls as 7-phase election begins in world's largest democracy

12.04.2019 International Relations , Asia

US orders non-emergency personnel out of Sudan

- 'Terrorist groups in Sudan may harm Westerners and Western interests,' says State Department

12.04.2019 International Relations , Middle East-Africa

NATO chief calls on all sides in Libya to end fighting

- 'The current military operation and advance on Tripoli are increasing the suffering of the Libyan people,' says Stoltenberg

11.04.2019 International Relations , Middle East-Africa

EU grants UK Brexit extension until Oct. 31

- Prime Minister Theresa May urges MPs to ‘press on at pace with our efforts to reach a consensus’

11.04.2019 International Relations , Europe

Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika resigns

- Aged president's decision comes hours after Algerian army chief demanded his immediate departure

03.04.2019 International Relations , Middle East-Africa

EU won’t be held hostage to UK’s Brexit crisis: Macron

- French president urges Britain to present alternative Brexit plan

03.04.2019 International Relations , Europe

US defense secretary approves $1 bln for border wall

- Funds to be used for building pedestrian fencing, constructing and improving roads, installing lighting in Yuma, El Paso

26.03.2019 International Relations , Americas

Venezuela denounces US decision to hand over facilities

- Decision violates Vienna Convention on diplomatic relations, says FM Arreaza

19.03.2019 Energy Diplomacy , International Relations , General

Russia 'concerned' about US actions in Venezuela

- Two-thirds UN states refrain from recognizing Guaido as interim president

18.03.2019 International Relations

Moscow slams new US sanctions on Russia-Venezuela bank

- Russian Foreign Ministry says US undermining credibility of dollar by such moves

13.03.2019 Finance , International Relations , Eurasia , Americas

US: Pompeo slams nations using energy for ‘malign ends’

- US top diplomat wants to ‘punish bad actors’ in international arena, urges support for US in oil industry

13.03.2019 Oil , International Relations , Americas

South Africa pledges to continue supporting Iran

- Two nations 'will weather the storm together,' says Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Reginah Mhaule

10.03.2019 Nuclear , International Relations , World , General

Senate must hold Trump accountable on Khashoggi: report

- 'Not only the question of justice for Khashoggi is at issue,' says Washington Post

08.03.2019 International Relations , Americas , Middle East-Africa

Trump says China trade talks progressing nicely

- Talks 'going pretty well,' says president ahead of possible sit-down with Chinese counterpart

08.03.2019 International Relations , Asia , Americas

US extends national emergency over 'Venezuela threat'

- President Trump cites 'unusual and extraordinary' threat Venezuela poses against US for 1-year extension

06.03.2019 International Relations , Americas

German arms export ban to S. Arabia remains: FM

- Foreign Minister Maas says arms export ban extended until end of March, due to Riyadh’s role in Yemen war

06.03.2019 International Relations , Europe , Middle East-Africa

Russia's Lavrov arrives in Kuwait for talks

- Kuwait is third leg of wider Gulf tour that has already brought Russian FM to Qatar, Saudi Arabia

06.03.2019 International Relations , Eurasia , Middle East-Africa

Turkey favors 'peaceful solutions' in E. Mediterranean

- Turkey wants to resolve problems in Aegean, Eastern Mediterranean, Cyprus through 'peaceful means', says defense minister

06.03.2019 International Relations , Turkey , Europe

Turkey to benefit from many gas supplies & best prices

- Some of Turkey's long-term natural gas contracts, which correspond to 16 billion cubic meters, will expire in 2021

06.03.2019 Downstream , International Relations , Turkey

Oil prices down as China lowers growth forecast

- China lowers growth expectation for 2019 to between 6-6.5 percent from previous estimate of 6.5 percent

06.03.2019 Upstream , Invesments , International Relations , Asia

US ends drills with S.Korea to save money: Trump

- 'The reason I do not want military drills with South Korea is to save hundreds of millions of dollars', Trump tweets

04.03.2019 International Relations , Americas

Saudi min. replies to Trump, says OPEC 'taking it easy'

- Energy minister Khalid Al-Falih says OPEC is 'taking a very slow and measured approach'

28.02.2019 Upstream , International Relations , Americas , Middle East-Africa

Trump, North Korea's Kim kick off second day of summit

- President says he is in 'no rush' as North Korean leader voices cautious optimism over possible agreement

28.02.2019 International Relations , Asia , Americas

Global concern over Pakistan, India tensions

- France, Germany, UK, Russia, China, Nepal, US, Turkey and EU urge Pakistan and India for peace

28.02.2019 International Relations , Asia

US envoy rejects Venezuelan calls for dialogue

- Venezuelan foreign minister earlier said presidents of Venezuela and US should meet to discuss difference of opinion

28.02.2019 International Relations , Americas

Oil down as investors await US, China trade talks

- Trade deal between world's two largest economies could provide positive sentiment for global economy and oil demand

27.02.2019 Refining/Petro Chemistry , International Relations , Asia , Americas

Oil prices down with Trump's OPEC criticism

- Crude prices lose 3.3 percent after Trump tweets 'oil prices getting too high'

26.02.2019 Upstream , International Relations , Americas

Trump nominates David Satterfield as Turkey ambassador

- Satterfield's appointment not yet official as he must be confirmed by Senate

17.02.2019 International Relations , Turkey , Americas

US seeks European presence in northeast Syria

- If we don’t have a game plan, Turkey will go into Syria and deal with the YPG threat, says Senator Lindsey Graham

16.02.2019 International Relations , Europe , Americas , Middle East-Africa

Maduro calls on all countries to stand with Venezuela

- ‘We are not slaves, beggars and servants of anybody,’ says Venezuelan president

14.02.2019 International Relations , Americas

Turkish, Russian officials to discuss Syria in Ankara

- Turkey's defense minister to host Russian counterpart in capital Ankara ahead of Sochi summit on Syria slated for Thursday

11.02.2019 International Relations , Turkey , Eurasia , Middle East-Africa

Venezuela's Supreme Court says Guaido's status invalid

- Top court declares opposition leader’s interim presidency ‘null and void'

10.02.2019 International Relations , Americas

US trade delegation to visit China

- Treasury chief, trade rep. to visit Beijing Feb. 14-15

10.02.2019 International Relations , Asia , Americas

Turkish, Greek Cypriot leaders to meet in late February

- Mustafa Akinci will meet Nicos Anastasiades at UN representative residence Feb. 26 in buffer zone.

10.02.2019 International Relations , Turkey , Europe

Interview: Has Venezuela alternate oil markets besides US?

- Senior energy expert Igor Hernandez responds to Anadolu Agency questions on Venezuela's oil market options

11.02.2019 Oil , International Relations , Americas

Russia: US violates UN Charter by threatening Venezuela

- Foreign ministry says US using Colombia to launch coup in Venezuela

08.02.2019 International Relations , Eurasia , Americas

Brexit: EU not to open renegotiations on deal

- May, Juncker to meet again before end of February but Tusk says no progress in sight

08.02.2019 International Relations , Europe

Merkel: EU, UK can find a Brexit solution

- German Chancellor says solution can be reached without renegotiating Withdrawal Agreement

08.02.2019 International Relations , Europe

US to end sanctions on Venezuelan army backing Guaido

- 'US will consider sanctions off-ramps for … senior military officer that stands for democracy,' says Trump aide Bolton

07.02.2019 International Relations , Americas

Oil prices down after Trump's address to Congress

- President says trade with China needs 'structural change'

06.02.2019 Downstream , International Relations , Asia , Americas

Trump says he would return troops to Syria if needed

- 'We can come back very quickly,' US president says

04.02.2019 International Relations , Middle East-Africa

Trump: Military intervention 'an option' in Venezuela

- 'So many really horrible things have been happening in Venezuela,' Trump says on CBS's Face the Nation

04.02.2019 International Relations , Americas

Saudi Arabia cannot restore global reputation: report

- Mohammed bin Salman suppressed opponents with brutality, culminating in murder Jamal Khashoggi, says The Washington Post

04.02.2019 International Relations

Turkish, Russian presidents to meet in Sochi

- Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Vladimir Putin will meet in Russian city on Feb. 14

04.02.2019 International Relations

Oil down awaiting verdict on US, China trade talks

- Trump says he will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in near future to discuss long-standing trade issues

02.02.2019 Downstream , International Relations , Asia , Americas

US trying to tip balance in Venezuela via oil sanctions

- Washington's move will likely 'lead to a large loss of export earnings in the next few months,' expert says

31.01.2019 Refining/Petro Chemistry , Projects , International Relations , Americas

Oil prices up as US sanctions Venezuelan oil firm

- Sanctions to significantly diminish Venezuela's oil exports

29.01.2019 Upstream , Oil , International Relations , Americas

Pompeo: US understands Turkey's concerns

- Secretary of State says Washington understands Turkey's concerns and country's efforts to protect its borders, people

14.01.2019 International Relations

Turkish Cypriot leader: No talks in Cyprus until June

- President Mustafa Akinci receives UN Cyprus envoy at presidential palace in Lefkosa

13.01.2019 International Relations

Turkey-Russia cooperate to build future of Syria

- Efforts to form lists of members for Syrian constitutional committee to be accelerated

10.01.2019 International Relations , Turkey , Eurasia , Middle East-Africa

Trump's decision on Syria is 'very clear': Pompeo

- Washington 'acknowledges there is a threat to Turkey from terrorists', says secretary of state

10.01.2019 International Relations , Americas , Middle East-Africa

Bolivia set to open embassy in Turkey amid growing ties

- Agreement to open embassy follows meeting between Turkish vice president and Bolivia’s president in Venezuela’s capital

10.01.2019 International Relations , Turkey , Americas

Oil prices down despite Saudi export cuts

- Saudi Arabia to lower crude exports to around 7.1 million barrels per day this month from 7.3 million in December

09.01.2019 Upstream , International Relations , Middle East-Africa

Brexit: MPs ask gov't to rule out no-deal exit

- Letter signed by more than 200 members raises concerns about effects of leaving the EU without a deal

07.01.2019 International Relations , Europe

OPINION - Is Trump repairing the Turkish-American relationship?

- Bolton is certainly incensed about Trump’s decision about Syria, and as soon as he arrived in Israel -on his way to Turkey-, began contradicting President concerning PKK. In anticipation, Turkish weather is turning frosty

07.01.2019 International Relations , Turkey , Americas

US' retail gasoline price ends 2018 lower

- Gasoline price in US falls for 12 weeks in a row at the end of 2018 -- longest consecutive weekly drop in four years: EIA

08.01.2019 Transportation/Fuel Oil , International Relations , Americas

Oil price rises with US, China trade hopes

- US and China begin talks in Beijing to resolve trade disputes

07.01.2019 Upstream , International Relations , Asia , Americas

'Turkey's Iraq policy based on territorial integrity'

- Turkey's President Erdogan says Iraq standing on its own feet is very important for regional security and stability

04.01.2019 International Relations , Turkey , Middle East-Africa

It's time to boost Pakistan-Turkey trade volume: Khan

- Pakistani Premier Imran Khan says his country has 'huge potential' in many areas and invites investors

04.01.2019 International Relations , Turkey , Asia

Trump endorses Soviet invasion of Afghanistan

- 'They were right to be there,' president says

03.01.2019 International Relations , Asia , Americas

Trump expects to meet NKorea's Kim

- ‘He'd like to meet, I'd like to meet,' US president says

03.01.2019 International Relations , Asia , Americas

Russia, Turkey will boost security in Eurasia: Putin

- Russian President Putin hails strengthening ties with Turkey, cooperation on nuclear power and TurkStream gas pipeline

31.12.2018 International Relations

US evacuates first military warehouse in Syria

- Following withdrawal decision, US troops vacate 1st military warehouse in northeastern al-Hasakah province, bordering Iraq

31.12.2018 International Relations

Merkel, Putin discuss Syria, Ukraine over phone

- Talks focused on US pullout from Syria, formation of constitutional committee there, says government spokeswoman

30.12.2018 International Relations , Europe

Turkey slams Israel's approval of new settler homes

- Foreign ministry strongly condemns plans to build around 2,200 housing units in West Bank

28.12.2018 International Relations , Turkey , Middle East-Africa

Guyana drilling unaffected despite incident: ExxonMobil

- Offshore drilling continues in Guyana after Venezuelan navy intercepted a seismic vessel last week

28.12.2018 Upstream , International Relations , Americas

Highlights of global energy market in 2018

- U.S. sanctions against Iran, OPEC's oil cut pact extension, oil rebalancing and climate concerns were hot topics in 2018

19.12.2018 Natural Gas , Oil , Renewable , International Relations , International Organization , World , Turkey

Pakistan summons Iran envoy over convoy attack

- Islamabad lodge protest, urge Tehran to take action against terrorists group involve in attack on Pakistan army near border

16.12.2018 International Relations

Doha maintains stance on Arab Gulf crisis: Qatari emir

- Emir reiterates calls to end ‘siege’ on his country by Saudi-led bloc of Arab states

16.12.2018 International Relations , Middle East-Africa

Turkish FM holds phone conversation with UN chief

- Phone conversation between Cavusoglu and Guterres came ahead of 18th Doha Forum to be held on Saturday

15.12.2018 International Relations , Turkey

Merkel seeks to calm UK concerns on Brexit deal

- German chancellor says EU summit conclusions contain assurances for aftermath of Great Britain's exit from bloc

17.12.2018 International Relations , Europe

UK to hold further talks on Brexit assurances: May

- ‘Disorderly Brexit would be good for no one,’ says British PM

15.12.2018 International Relations , Europe

Oil prices gain with easing US-China trade relations

- China makes first soybean purchase from US since July

13.12.2018 Upstream , International Relations , Asia , Americas

Kuwait ready to host signing of Yemen peace deal

- Kuwaiti foreign minister calls on Yemen's conflicting parties to end war which brought country to edge of collapse

13.12.2018 International Relations

UK PM addresses Parliament after delaying Brexit vote

- Theresa May faces House of Commons, admitting her deal would suffer a heavy loss

11.12.2018 International Relations , Europe

Oil prices up as US, China restart trade talks

- World's two biggest economies lay out roadmap for new round of trade talks

11.12.2018 Upstream , International Relations , Asia , Americas

Turkish FM criticizes EU, press on France protests

- Mevlut Cavusoglu said Europe was the stable continent and it should remain that way, wishing an end to protests

10.12.2018 International Relations , Turkey , Europe

39th Gulf Cooperation Council summit ends in Riyadh

- In the final declaration, member states stressed their loyalty to the organization

10.12.2018 Finance , International Relations , Middle East-Africa

Paris tells Trump to keep out of French politics

- Following Trump tweets on Yellow Vest protests, Foreign Minister Le Drian says we mind our business, you do the same

10.12.2018 International Relations , Europe , Americas

China summons US ambassador over Huawei exec warrant

- Vice Foreign Minister Le Yucheng calls on US to cancel arrest warrant for Huawei’s chief financial officer

10.12.2018 International Relations , Asia , Americas

US meddling unwelcome in OPEC: Iranian official

- Iranian Minister of Petroleum criticizes Trumps's interference in OPEC cartel

08.12.2018 Upstream , International Relations , Americas , Middle East-Africa

Oil gains with weak dollar, US-China trade truce

- Three-month truce imbues investor optimism

04.12.2018 Upstream , Stock Market , International Relations , Americas

'Turkey determined to enhance ties with Venezuela'

- President Erdogan says he hopes high-level visits between the two countries’ officials will take place more frequently

04.12.2018 International Relations , Turkey , Americas

Turkish, Paraguayan presidents agree to strengthen ties

- Erdogan, Benitez agree to boost relations in economy, education, culture, science, technology, counterterrorism fields

03.12.2018 International Relations , Turkey , Americas , General

Oil prices up as Russia signals cut for first half of 2019

- Output limits could come in first and second quarters of next year, Russian energy minister says

30.11.2018 Downstream , International Relations , Eurasia , Middle East-Africa

Three Nordic companies call for carbon neutrality

- Vattenfall, Fortum and Statkraft say hydropower will be key in meeting climate targets

28.11.2018 Finance , Renewable , International Relations , General

Russian seizure of Ukraine ships violates int'l law: US

- 'Impeding Ukraine’s lawful transit through the Kerch Strait is a violation under international law,' Nikki Haley

27.11.2018 International Relations , Americas

Turkey and Qatar prove to be true friends, says Erdogan

- Turkish President Erdogan and Qatari Emir Al-Thani hold 4th meeting of Turkey-Qatar High Strategic Committee in Istanbul

27.11.2018 International Relations

Ukraine: Parliament approves martial law for 30 days

- Approval comes after Russia seized 3 Ukrainian naval ships off Crimea in the Sea of Azov on Sunday

27.11.2018 International Relations

Istanbul to host Turkey-Qatar High Strategic Committee

- Meeting, set to be held on Nov. 26, will discuss opportunities to further develop cooperation between two countries

24.11.2018 International Relations , Turkey , Middle East-Africa

40+ nuclear deals made at Atomexpo 2019 in Russia

Akkuyu nuclear plant tracks progress one year on

EU's production of nuclear heat down 1.3% in 2017

Turkish trade minister to visit Russia on Wednesday

GE begins to digitize thermal, renewable power in India

China's coal output up 5.2 pct in September

Asian Dev. Bank to loan $500M to Bangladesh power plant

China’s coal production up 4 percent in April

US energy consumption reaches record level in 2018

US gas-fired plants surpass coal-fired capacity

US coal exports hit 5-year high in 2018: EIA

Global energy demand hits fastest pace this decade: IEA

Total inks interim deal for Oman's onshore gas block 12

BP commits $100M to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Indian consortium to explore Abu Dhabi Onshore Block 1

Japan's Inpex wins Abu Dhabi onshore exploration bid

‘Ankara to always protect Turkish Cypriots’ rights’

Total, ADNOC to explore gas in Abu Dhabi

Osaka to acquire 35pct stake in US shale gas project

UK announces new measures to back shale gas exploration

Kinder Morgan income rises 14% in first quarter of 2019

Turkey continues to be key in region's energy projects

US energy consumption reaches record level in 2018

Serbia to refute EU opposition to TurkStream's 2nd line

ExxonMobil signs 20-year LNG deal with China's Zhejiang

Qatar Petroleum to hold tender for 100+ new LNG ships

Norwegian LNG vessel to arrive in Turkey on April 26

Total and partners sign agreement for Papua LNG project

Schlumberger's net income falls 20% in 1Q19

Oil prices up with decline in US oil rig count

8 count fall in US oil rigs supports higher prices

Oil price dips slightly as US retains record high output

Kinder Morgan income rises 14% in first quarter of 2019

Brent oil up to $71.49 at week beginning April 15

ADNOC inks downstream MoUs with OMV, Borealis

US oil stocks fall, production up for w/e March 15

US petroleum product exports set new high in 2018

ADNOC inks new deal for base oil sales to India

Saudi Aramco to buy Shell's share in SASREF refining JV

US crude oil stocks, production fall for w/e April 12

London drivers face new emission charges

EC says Volkswagen, BMW, Daimler broke antitrust rules

EU sets 37.5% CO2 reduction target for new cars by 2030

US biofuels trade, prod. to remain stable through 2020

Vestas secures its largest wind order in Poland

Europe invests €27 billion in new wind farms in 2018

Germany, Norway open offshore wind farm in Baltic Sea

Nordex Group posts wind order intake of 1 GW in 1Q19

UK invests £30M to expand India's solar farm network

Malaysian Petronas venturing into renewables

Vestas acquires 25.1% stake in German SOWITEC

Engie, Tokyo Gas to establish renewables JV in Mexico

Turkey hits daily hydroelectric gen. record on April 16

US energy consumption reaches record level in 2018

Australia plans pumped hydro at old copper mine

Norway produces 93.6% electricity from hydro in Feb. 19

Enel buys 650 MW of renewable power plants in US

Engie buys French biomethane producer Vol-V Biomasse

Eni, Indonesia’s Pertamina ink circular economy deal

GE begins to digitize thermal, renewable power in India

Turkish business delegation visits Mali to boost trade

Business circle hails Bosnia wood industry potential

Kinder Morgan income rises 14% in first quarter of 2019

Vattenfall to launch pilot storage project in Berlin

China could support low carbon growth by greening BRI

Schlumberger's net income falls 20% in 1Q19

Equinor invests in new oil platform in Azerbaijan

$170M to help battery tech Co. improve li-ion batteries

Oil prices up with decline in US oil rig count

Oil price dips slightly as US retains record high output

Oil prices gain with rise in China refinery output

Oil prices up with OPEC cuts, supply risks

US crude export levels and destinations rise in 2018

S&P revises Mexico's Pemex outlook to negative

Seven oil, gas majors establish blockchain consortium

Chevron is 1st US energy major to tie pay to emissions

US coal consumption in 2018 set to be lowest in 39 yrs.

Turkey's electricity consumption down 2.2% in Nov.

US plans to end electric car, renewable subsidies

MEDREG can play 'crucial' role in Med energy sector