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Briefing: The new old world

Strategic angle: A Gulf war, an oil spike, a tense Europe: the 20th century is back

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Updated 22 days ago
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Recent developments indicate a revival of geopolitical tensions reminiscent of the 20th century, particularly with a new Gulf conflict and escalating oil prices.

These factors could strain existing energy infrastructure and supply chains, necessitating a reevaluation of capacity and throughput across various sectors.

Operators must assess the resilience of their systems in light of these developments, as the implications for energy distribution and operational efficiency could be profound.