Energy
Africa’s nuclear ambitions may face challenges
An increasing number of African states are eying nuclear power as a potential solution to their energy deficits
Africa
Faster energy demand growth tests transition progress
Energy demand growth is strongest where the energy transition is weakest, limiting climate change adaptation
International
Gas licences will hit recovery in Trinidad and Tobago
Washington has revoked licences for natural gas operations spanning the maritime border with Venezuela
Trinidad and TobagoEra of cheap Russian electricity will end
A government plan to modernise the electricity generation sector has been revealed
RussiaRisks to Russian federal budget are rising
Russia’s federal budget for the first quarter of 2025 recorded a deficit of 1% of GDP
RussiaUS trade policy will increase risks to Russian economy
Russia’s stock market suffered its most severe weekly decline in over two years
RussiaAdditional IMF support will help Pakistan greatly
Pakistan recently reached a staff-level agreement with the Fund on its existing support package and a new programme
Pakistan
