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French minister announces €70M aid to transport, fishing, and farming sectors amid fuel crisis; collage of affected workers.

Government allocates 70 million euros to sectors hit by fuel price surge

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The French government announced a 70 million euro support plan on Friday evening for road transporters, fishermen, and farmers hit by energy price hikes from the Middle East conflict. Valid for April and renewable monthly, it provides targeted sectoral aid without worsening the public deficit. Sector reactions are mixed.

Sunday to have cheapest electricity prices in recent years

The average wholesale electricity price will be 0.18 euros per MWh this Sunday, the lowest level of the year and one of the lowest in history, according to the Operador del Mercado Ibérico de Energía (OMIE). This marks a 94% drop from Saturday's 3.03 euros average. Ten hourly periods will see negative prices.

Petroleum minister inspects Valaris DS-12 rig ahead of new Mediterranean gas drilling

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Karim Badawi, Egypt's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, inspected the Valaris DS-12 drilling rig, which recently arrived to launch a programme drilling five new natural gas wells in the Mediterranean Sea for BP and Arcius Energy. Badawi stated that intensifying drilling is a top priority to unlock exploration opportunities and boost output from existing fields. The initiative reflects international companies' confidence in Egypt's investment climate.

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First 142,000-barrel diesel shipment arrives in Luzon

The Department of Energy (DOE) announced the arrival of 142,000 barrels of diesel in Luzon on Thursday, March 26, 2026, as the first delivery under the Emergency Energy Security Program. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin described it as the result of government efforts to bolster fuel supplies. However, calculations based on DOE data indicate it covers less than one day's diesel demand.

Cuba pursues energy alternatives amid U.S. blockade

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Cuban officials outlined on Mesa Redonda measures to counter the intensified U.S. energy blockade, which has blocked fuel shipments for over three months. First Deputy Minister of Energy and Mines Argelio Jesús Abad Vigoa stated that over 1,400 MW of installed capacity remains idle due to lack of crude oil. Progress includes domestic production, renewables, and restorations to stabilize the grid.

ममता बनर्जी ने ईंधन आपूर्ति चिंताओं के बीच लॉकडाउन की चेतावनी दी

पश्चिम एशिया संघर्ष के कारण ईंधन संकट की आशंकाओं के बीच पश्चिम बंगाल की मुख्यमंत्री ममता बनर्जी ने देशव्यापी लॉकडाउन की संभावना जताई। उत्तर प्रदेश और अन्य राज्यों में पेट्रोल पंपों पर लंबी कतारें देखी गईं, हालांकि सरकार ने कोई कमी न होने का आश्वासन दिया। तेल कंपनियों ने भी आपूर्ति सामान्य होने की पुष्टि की।

CNMC maintains base remuneration for gas networks through 2032

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Spain's National Commission on Markets and Competition (CNMC) approved on Tuesday a proposal setting remuneration methodology for natural gas distribution networks for 2027-2032, keeping base levels steady with a 2% improvement. It rejects industry calls for 2020 cut compensation and adds incentives for biomethane injection and digitalization. The plan enters public consultation today.

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