Energy
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Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, and an Unprecedented Energy Crunch
Escalating Conflict in the Persian Gulf First, a U.S. -Israel attack in Iran triggered regional escalation, promoting Iranian retaliation against U.S. bases and threats toward ships traveling through the Strait…
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Global Energy Innovation Index
En: Think TanksA report by the Council on Foreign Relations Measuring Global Contributions to Energy Innovation The Global Energy Innovation Index evaluates how national governments and innovation ecosystems contribute to the development…
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How China Wins the Future
Beijing’s Strategy to Seize the New Frontiers of Power Elizabeth Economy | Foreign Affairs, January/February 2026 In How China Wins the Future, the author examines how Beijing is positioning itself…
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The hidden cost of water in Europe and Central Asia
Energy and Water: A Hidden Burden Delivering safe water in Europe and Central Asia requires large energy inputs, stressing utility finances and national energy systems. This region uses about 10%…
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Turning the data center boom into long-term, local prosperity
En: APEC/PECCThe Acceleration of the Data Center Economy The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence has intensified demand for large-scale data centers across the United States. Consequently, regions with land, power access,…
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How is China Positioning itself as Iran’s Regime Teeters?
En: APEC/PECCChina’s Strategic Position in Iran Amid Unrest China maintains a significant but far from indispensable relationship with Iran, as tensions escalate and the Iranian regime faces growing internal pressure. Because…