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Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, in his capacity as Special Envoy to His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa, delivers an invitation letter with compliments from President Ramaphosa to the Amir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to a State Visit to the Republic of South Africa. This builds on the previous engagements between the two countries to strengthen and grow bilateral relations with a special focus on energy cooperation. #EnergyActionPlan 🇿🇦 #PicCred: MoEE

MAURITANIA, NOUAKCHOTT 25 APRIL 2024 During the UE Delegation Mission to Mauritania, signing Ceremony of MoU between the Minister of Petrol, Mines and Energy of the Republic Islamic of Mauritania Mr. Nani Ould Chrougha and EEMAXX Engineering - Italy CEO Mr. Giuseppe D’Alessandro with the support of the local partners Mr. Ham Hassana and Mr. Ismael Hassana, Mr. Moftaa Shiaa and Medaf Investments for exploring new synergies with the goal of optimising #renewableenergy and fostering #energyefficiency focused on the hydrogen valley to play a key role as a bridge between the Africa & Europe on energy connectivity via Mediterranean. Medaf Investments

Qatar backs move to set up joint power plants The Qatari parliamentary delegation at the Standing Committee on Economic Affairs and Sustainable Development of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) meeting that concluded yesterday in Bahrain has advocated for strengthening regional co-operation by utilising the GCC interconnection grid to establish joint power plants. https://lnkd.in/dvdxJ8VF

This week H.E Sharif Salim Al-Olama, Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs in the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure was kind enough to join me on my programme #TheAgenda on Dubai Eye 103.8 for nearly an hour - taking questions from callers. Here's a quick snippet where he announced the UAE's plans to establish the Global Energy Efficiency Alliance. The strategy aims to double global energy efficiency rates by 2030 and reduce emissions. The alliance will focus on reducing carbon emissions, minimising natural resource consumption, and promoting public-private partnerships. It also aims to support African nations by sharing financing and technological solutions MOEIUAE #UAE #TheAgenda #climatechange

Applauding QatarEnergy CEO and Minister of Energy, Saad Al Kaabi, for his bold and principled stand against imposing unfair financial penalties on nations under the guise of sustainability. 💡In a decisive statement, Mr. Al Kaabi emphasized that the revenues from Qatar's energy exports belong to its people and must be protected. His refusal to compromise Qatar’s interests in the face of stringent EU directives that could levy fines of up to 5% of global revenues reflects true leadership. 🌍💪As Europe increasingly relies on Qatar’s LNG amidst global energy shifts, his stance sends a strong message about mutual respect and fairness in international energy partnerships. It also sets a precedent for other energy-exporting nations to push back against impractical and economically damaging regulations.This move highlights the importance of balancing sustainability with global economic and energy security priorities. A leader like Mr. Al Kaabi ensures that Qatar’s interests remain safeguarded while advocating for a fair dialogue.#EnergyLeadership #Qatar #Sustainability #GlobalEconomy #EnergySecurity"

Last month, I had the privilege of attending the Qatar Economic Forum in Doha, where the discussions centered around the evolving landscape of LNG and its role in the global energy mix. While renewable energy sources like solar and wind are expanding their capacity, their intermittent nature requires supplementary sources of energy, with LNG presenting itself as the answer. Key Takeaways from the event: • Economic and population growth are major drivers of increased energy demand. • Renewable energy sources, despite their growth, require backup due to their intermittent nature. • Gas, particularly LNG, is emerging as a key player in the global energy market, providing a flexible power solution and aiding the transition away from coal. • By 2030, an increase in gas supply could lower prices and attract new customers. One key action highlighted during the forum was the need to ensure equitable access to reasonably priced power for over a billion people currently without it. Balancing the use of gas and renewable energy presents a profitable model for achieving a sustainable and fair energy transition. https://lnkd.in/eAhP_hfS

Saudi Arabia Fortifies Global Economic and Energy Partnerships Following a recent Cabinet assembly, Saudi Arabia has inked pivotal economic and energy agreements with countries including #Jordan, #Brazil, and #Japan. This advancement reflects the Kingdom's commitment to strengthen its financial ties, with the central bank also approving a financing collaboration with #Qatar. The agreements span various sectors and aim to bolster both bilateral relations and collective efforts. Key energy agreements with #Uzbekistan and #Azerbaijan highlight the focus on clean energy cooperation and the stable future of petroleum markets. Discover the full scope of these strategic economic partnerships on Saudi Business News. Link in bio. #SaudiBusiness #SaudiNews #Vision2030 #SaudiArabia #EconomicGrowth #GlobalPartnerships #CleanEnergy #SustainableDevelopment #GCC #IndustrialDesigns

🔌 Breaking News: Iraq to Import Electricity from Turkey 🔌 In a significant development for regional energy cooperation, Iraq has announced plans to import electricity from Turkey. This move aims to address Iraq's ongoing power shortages and enhance its energy security. 🌟 Key Points: Energy Security: This agreement will help mitigate power outages and improve the reliability of Iraq's electricity supply. Regional Cooperation: Strengthening economic and political ties between Iraq and Turkey. Sustainable Development: Supporting Iraq's efforts to diversify its energy sources and improve infrastructure. This initiative not only highlights the importance of regional collaboration in solving critical energy issues but also sets the stage for further advancements in the Middle East's energy landscape. #News #Iraq #Turky #Electricity #EnergySecurity #RegionalCooperation  #SustainableDevelopment #NDTV #Indiatoday #BBC #BBCIndia NDTV BBC BBC News

#Ethiopia Generates Over $31 Million from Electricity Exports in Three Months  Ethiopia has successfully exported electricity to three of its neighboring countries—#Kenya, #Djibouti, and #Sudan—over the past three months, accumulating more than $31 million in revenue, according to the Ethiopian Electric Power Corporation (EEPCO).  During this period, the country exported 314,931 megawatts of electricity to Kenya, resulting in earnings of $20.5 million, as reported by Minilik Getahun, the head of sales and revenue management at EEPCO.  Currently, Ethiopia is selling electricity to Djibouti, Sudan, and Kenya. Moreover, the country exported over 169,000 megawatts of electricity to Djibouti in these three months, generating more than $10 million in revenue

As global energy markets face volatility, GCC countries are accelerating their economic diversification plans to safeguard long-term stability. Initiatives such as Qatar’s expansion of its LNG capacity, Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, and the UAE’s net-zero emissions strategy highlight the region’s shift towards sustainable and tech-driven growth. By investing heavily in clean energy, infrastructure, and innovation, these nations are positioning themselves as key players in the global economic landscape, beyond oil. The future of the Gulf is being reshaped with bold and strategic economic initiatives.