Middle East Position in Global Energy Markets
Research paper published as Chapter 6 of the Asia Institute "Middle East Review Volume 1". Analyzes the strategic importance of the Middle East region in global energy supply and trends in international politics surrounding energy security.
Importance of Oil and Natural Gas Resources
Concentration of Global Reserves: Global share of crude oil and natural gas reserves in the Middle East region and production capacity of major oil-producing countries. Provides detailed description of resource potential of Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and others.
Energy Export Strategy: Export policies and pricing strategies of each oil-producing country. Analyzes policy coordination and competitive relationships within OPEC and responses to the shale revolution.
Geopolitical Risks and Supply Stability
Impact of political situations in the Middle East region on energy supply. Evaluates risks posed by regional conflicts such as the Iran nuclear issue, Syrian civil war, and Yemen conflict on oil prices and supply stability.
Response Strategies of Consuming Countries
Examines procurement diversification policies and strategic petroleum reserve systems of major energy-consuming countries (US, China, Japan, Europe, etc.).