Energy

QatarEnergy plans to expand LNG production by 16 million tonnes per annum, reaching a total capacity of 142 mtpa by 2030, marking an 85% increase.

Iraq has reopened an oil refinery which was closed for a decade after it was taken over by Islamic State group extremists.

Israel's Tamar field has been a key source of gas for Egypt's rapidly growing population, which reached 100 million in 2020.

The world just experienced its warmest January on record, marking the first 12-month period in which temperatures averaged more than 1.5C

Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have declared their 'exclusive rights' over the Durra field, in a move likely to rekindle tensions with Iran and Iraq.

Saudi Aramco had initially proposed to ramp up its oil production to 13 million barrels per day following an announcement in 2021.

Tankers bearing Cameroon's flag are often used to carry Russian oil and help dodge Western sanctions - but these vessels often fail safety inspections.

Angola's Resources and Petroleum Minister said OPEC membership no longer served the country's interests.

Over a 100 nations had lobbied hard for strong language in the COP28 agreement to "phase out" oil, gas and coal use, for a deal moving away from fossil fuels.

The UN chief has urged countries to phase out fossil fuels - but oil producers are not happy with this call.