Shipping is vulnerable to more severe disruption ahead

Some of the world’s key maritime energy and trade arteries are vulnerable

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Iran is approaching the limits of its oil expansion

Ambitious plans face constraints from production capacity and possibly reinforced sanctions

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Russia has vetoed more UN monitoring of Pyongyang's sanctions breaches as Moscow and Beijing boost North Korea outreach

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Data show that Chinese firms have ramped up investment in South-east Asia

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Businesses continue to complain of foreign exchange shortages despite a supposed oil-driven "excess of foreign currency"

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Ukrainian attacks have disrupted the activities of the Black Sea Fleet but have not destroyed it

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Ankara and Ashkabat in March signed preliminary agreements on gas trading plans

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President Joe Biden's recent call for tariffs on Chinese steel underscores executive dominance over US trade policy

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The economy grew by 1.6% on the quarter and 5.2% on the year in January-March, led by stronger manufacturing activity

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Despite higher growth forecasts for this year, medium-term growth prospects remain muted

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