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Qatari oil gushing from the desert. The Middle East is one of the most resource-rich regions for oil, currently holding about 50% of the world's proven oil reserves. Specifically: Saudi Arabia: Holds around 17% of the world’s oil reserves Iraq: Accounts for about 9% Iran: Holds approximately 8% UAE: Accounts for about 6% Kuwait: Holds around 6% Qatar: Holds about 2% The distribution of these resources plays a crucial role in global energy supply and has a profound impact on the international market. 🌍⛽️ #Energy #Oil #MiddleEast #GlobalResources #Sustainability”

Libya was once the 6th largest oil producer in the world, almost at par with Saudi Arabia's daily output in 1970. However, today the country can hardly hit 1.2mbpd while KSA hits over 12mbpd effortlessly. This information comes from the BP Energy Outlook, and it's very insightful. Check out the source for more details. #Libya #SaudiArabia #OilProduction #EnergyOutlook

DAILY BRIEF — Government polices in the Gulf states will support the growth of the non-hydrocarbon private sector into the medium term. Impacts: ➡️ The non-hydrocarbon private sector will drive growth over the next five years in all economies, offsetting weak hydrocarbon sector activity. ➡️ Kuwait will be the slowest to diversify, followed by Qatar, while Oman’s efforts will be driven by its low hydrocarbon reserves. ➡️ Scarce resources, such as a lack of skilled personnel, could undermine competition between Saudi Arabia and the UAE. ➡️ The threat of regional insecurity spreading to the Gulf could slow diversification plans into the medium term. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e8y_--_x 📧 For more on the Gulf States outlook and other regions around the world, sign up for your free trial of the Oxford Analytica Daily Brief, your passport to global risk mitigation. https://lnkd.in/eQhVpM7v #gulfstates #kuwait #saudiarabia #qatar

Qatar’s Financial Power Moves 🌍 $100B LNG Revenue at Stake: QatarEnergy warns EU—halt penalties or risk losing LNG supplies. Source: Financial Times 💼 $500B QIA Goes Big: Qatar’s wealth fund targets AI, healthcare, and real estate with LNG windfall. Source: Financial Times 📈 Morgan Stanley Expands: Abdulrahman Al-Abdulla named head of Qatar operations to boost markets. Source: Reuters 🚀 Oil-Driven Gulf Gains: Strong oil prices push regional indices higher; Qatar remains dynamic. Source: Reuters Qatar is reshaping global energy and finance with bold strategies. #Qatar #Finance #Energy #Investment #Leadership

MEED's latest free-to-view market snapshot provides an update on the Mena region's PPP projects: https://lnkd.in/dJiZxUma Key points: ➡️HISTORICAL CONTRACTS: The average year-on-year growth over the past decade has been 27% in terms of value of projects and 13% in volume. ➡️BY COUNTRY: Saudi Arabia, Iraq and UAE have been driving the PPP market. ➡️BY SECTOR: The risk-return profile for #power, #water, #oil and #gas and #transport makes these projects relatively easier to finance. ➡️FUTURE PIPELINE: $332bn-worth of PPP projects are planned and unawarded, led by power, transport and water. #ppp #publicprivatepartnership #contracts #projects #mena #infographic

𝐒𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢 𝐀𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐕𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐓𝐨 𝐁𝐞 ‘𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬’ 𝐈𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐬 𝐈𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 $𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 SAUDI AIRLINES Saudi Arabia Green Energy Week 2025 https://lnkd.in/dTpBtZDj Saudi Arabia is pushing ahead to put itself on the global critical minerals map, announcing a number of deals, investment plans and discoveries at its annual Future Minerals Forum in the capital Riyadh. #investmentopportunities #saudiarabia #globalsupplychains #EconomicDiversification #gpca #modernbusinessnetwork #modernusinessindia #modernbusinessamerica #modernbusinesseurope  #modernbusinessasia #modernbusinessgulf #modernbusinessworld  #modernbusinesstimes #modernbusinessindiamagazine #magazine

MEED's latest free-to-view market snapshot provides an update on the Mena region's PPP projects: https://lnkd.in/dsUw-wQs Key points: ➡️HISTORICAL CONTRACTS: The average year-on-year growth over the past decade has been 27% in terms of value of projects and 13% in volume. ➡️BY COUNTRY: Saudi Arabia, Iraq and UAE have been driving the PPP market. ➡️BY SECTOR: The risk-return profile for #power, #water, #oil and #gas and #transport makes these projects relatively easier to finance. ➡️FUTURE PIPELINE: $332bn-worth of PPP projects are planned and unawarded, led by power, transport and water. #ppp #publicprivatepartnership #contracts #projects #mena #infographic

Saudi Arabia is a leading player in the oil industry, with a rich history and strategic importance in the global market. country's vast reserves and modern infrastructure make it a key player in shaping worldwide energy dynamics. #OilIndustry #GlobalMarket'

Saudi Arabia's energy minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud. The GCC economies must continue to dodge serious economic and political risks. GCC energy policies in 2025 have the following recipe: maximize oil and gas revenues, continue development and reform of the traditional petroleum sector, and expand into new energy and related businesses, both at home and abroad... #NewYear #2025 #economy #GCC #fyp #business #energy

"Qatar's LNG Boom: Betting Big on Gas While Europe Plays Hard to Get" Navigating Market Hesitations and Geopolitical Chess Moves for a Future-Proof Energy Strategy.. 7/7 perspective 1. Significant Expansion Plans Qatar is undertaking a major expansion of its LNG capacity, aiming to increase production from 77 million tons per annum (MTPA) to 126 MTPA by 2027. This substantial boost is expected to solidify its position as a leading global LNG supplier. 2. Strategic Long-Term Contracts Despite some hesitation among European importers, Qatar has successfully signed long-term offtake agreements with companies in Germany, France, and Italy. These agreements, some extending to mid-century, ensure a steady demand for Qatari LNG. 3. Diversification of Trade Relations Qatar is not only focusing on established markets but also forging new trade relationships with developing countries in East Asia. This strategic move targets emerging markets anticipated to have high future energy demands. 4. Economic Diversification The expansion of LNG capacity is part of Qatar's broader strategy to diversify its economy. By investing heavily in LNG infrastructure, Qatar aims to reduce its reliance on oil and strengthen its economic resilience against global market fluctuations. 5. Geopolitical Partnerships Qatar is leveraging its LNG expansion to build partnerships across the geopolitical spectrum. These alliances are crucial for maintaining market stability and ensuring secure, long-term revenue streams. 6. Market Challenges The global LNG market faces challenges, including political risks and the reluctance of some European importers to commit to long-term contracts. However, Qatar’s strategy appears to mitigate these risks through diversification and robust economic planning. 7. Future Growth Markets Qatar identifies developing countries in East Asia as key growth markets. By securing trade agreements and building infrastructure to meet the energy needs of these rapidly developing regions, Qatar is positioning itself for sustained long-term growth. #EnergyMarket #LNG #Qatar #GlobalTrade #EconomicDiversification #Geopolitics #LongTermContracts #EnergyExpansion #EastAsiaMarkets #EuropeanImporters