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Trump's shipping waiver does not boost oil flows within US; fuel exports soar - Reuters

Strategic angle: Trump's shipping waiver does not boost oil flows within US; fuel exports soar Reuters

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Metals mining in Alaska still a big source of jobs, money and exports, report says - Alaska Public Media

Strategic angle: Metals mining in Alaska still a big source of jobs, money and exports, report says Alaska Public Media

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Briefing: Tanker loaded with Iraqi crude passes through Hormuz, shipping data shows

Strategic angle: Shipping data reveals a tanker carrying Iraqi crude oil has successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz.

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Briefing: US arrests relatives of deceased Iranian general Qasem Soleimani

Strategic angle: The niece and grand-niece of Qasem Soleimani are in the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, officials said.

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UN Security Council to Vote on Protecting Hormuz Shipping

A draft resolution aims to authorize defensive measures in response to Iranian disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Briefing: New North Sea drilling would barely reduce UK gas imports at all, data shows

Strategic angle: Exclusive research reveals minimal impact of new drilling fields on UK's gas import reliance.

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UK to host talks with 35 countries on reopening Strait of Hormuz

Discussions aim to address security and trade concerns in a vital shipping route.

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Briefing: France Faces Criticism from US and Israel Over Arms Exports Amid Iran War

Strategic angle: The Israeli government halts arms imports from France due to overflight rights dispute.

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Briefing: Shipping industry casts doubt on Trump’s ‘present’ from Iran

Strategic angle: Claim that 20 Pakistan-flagged ships will exit Strait of Hormuz questioned as country only has 13 big ocean-going vessels.

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Briefing: Houthi Attacks Stoke Fears of More Shipping Disruption

Strategic angle: Global oil prices surge as Yemen's Houthi rebels escalate attacks on shipping routes.

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Briefing: Freight bankruptcies mount in March as trucking, logistics firms file Chapter 11

Strategic angle: March sees a surge in freight bankruptcies as several trucking and logistics companies enter Chapter 11.

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Briefing: What could Houthi involvement in the Iran war mean?

Strategic angle: Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have entered the conflict, raising concerns over global shipping and regional stability.

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Briefing: Russia to introduce ban on gasoline exports from April 1, govt says

Strategic angle: The Russian government announces a ban on gasoline exports starting April 1, aiming to stabilize domestic fuel prices.

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Briefing: EU approves customs reform to handle rising trade and global uncertainties

Strategic angle: The new customs reform is designed to adapt the bloc to rising trade volumes amid US-related uncertainties and new trade deals with South America and Australia.

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Briefing: Mercuria and EGC Sign Strategic MOU to Develop "Gold Standard" Responsible Cobalt Supply Chain in the DRC

Strategic angle: Aiming to enhance sustainability in cobalt sourcing, Mercuria and EGC have partnered to establish a responsible supply chain in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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Briefing: War with Iran disrupts fertilizer exports as U.S. farmers prepare for planting season

Strategic angle: Gulf states are major fertilizer producers, and the war with Iran has triggered a 25% price hike just as struggling U.S. farmers are planting corn.

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Briefing: Zimbabwe Lithium Export Ban Triggers Crackdown, Concerns

Strategic angle: The recent ban on lithium exports from Zimbabwe raises significant concerns and prompts a government crackdown.

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Briefing: US must 'get back in the mining game' to strengthen supply chain, says Burgum

Strategic angle: Insights from CERAWEEK highlight the need for the US to enhance its mining capabilities.

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Briefing: China Cuts Battery Export Rebates, Sending Lithium Prices Up and Boosting NILI’s Role in Global Lithium Supply

Strategic angle: China's decision to cut battery export rebates has led to a surge in lithium prices, highlighting NILI's increasing significance in the global lithium market.

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Briefing: China cuts some hi-tech metals to Japan – but magnet exports rise. Why?

Strategic angle: Despite reducing exports of certain hi-tech metals to Japan, China sees an increase in magnet exports.