AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 minutes agoOil & Shipping Risk: Crude prices jumped as tanker attacks and stalled US-Iran peace talks kept Strait of Hormuz worries front and center; Brent settled at $88.52 and WTI at $82.40, while Asian LNG prices rose on fading hopes for a quick strait reopening. India Energy Security: An economist warned India’s annual oil import bill could climb $5–10 billion if Russian crude purchases fall 50%, lifting inflation and pressuring the rupee and current account. Transport Fuel Policy: India’s oil ministry doubled down on E20, saying it’s been extensively tested and validated for durability, drivability and compatibility. Power Crisis Response: Bangladesh’s PM Tarique Rahman apologized for ongoing power and gas shortages, citing limited LNG storage and regasification capacity and promising near-term relief. Clean Energy Industry Push: Pakistan launched an “E-Cluster” to localize clean-energy manufacturing via phased technology transfer and supply-chain buildout. Renewables & Trade: Vietnam’s push for direct power purchase agreements and energy storage is improving business competitiveness as buyers tighten carbon and ESG rules. Space for Energy/Industry: India reported ~440 space tech startups and 113 authorisations for 52 entities, including 18 startups—supporting a growing private space ecosystem. Disaster Impact: Indonesia’s 7.7 quake killed at least 51 and disrupted power to dozens of petrol stations, forcing thousands to evacuate.
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