Energiesicherheit
South Korea joins 7 countries in Strait of Hormuz statement
Von KI berichtet Bild generiert von KI
South Korea's foreign ministry announced Friday it will join a joint statement by seven countries, including Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands and Canada, condemning Iran's attacks in the Gulf and de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The statement calls on Iran to cease its actions and respect freedom of navigation. Seoul cited safety of sea lanes and impacts on its energy supply.
Premier Li Qiang convened a State Council study session on Monday, urging a 'bottom-line mentality' to secure energy supplies. The meeting, attended by Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang and other deputies, focused on coordinating energy security and sector transformation. Li highlighted vigilance amid international upheavals and China's growing energy demand.
Von KI berichtet
Im Januar 2026 machte importiertes Gas 21 % des Gesamtverbrauchs in Kolumbien aus, laut Upme-Daten. Diese Zahl unterstreicht den steigenden Trend bei Importen aufgrund sinkender lokaler Reserven, wie von Naturgas gewarnt, das 26 % bis Jahresende prognostiziert.