- Middle East conflict drives global energy and trade instability
- Industry leaders, including representatives from Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and the IEA, are providing assessments regarding maritime operations and advocating for unimpeded passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Energy risks for Southeast Asia are exposed due to the Iran war, causing demand shocks observed by a solar company in Manila, amidst the IEA's assessments.
- Global economic headwinds, including slowing demand in Southeast Asia and Indonesia, are compounded by geopolitical risks stemming from the Middle East conflict and US trade policies.
Carney discussed trade with Trump amid global economic worries, while war prospects affect oil markets and bond yields.
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Carney discussed trade with Trump amid global economic worries, while war prospects affect oil markets and bond yields.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Carney addressed Trump's tariffs amid easing geopolitical risks that are lowering oil prices.1 source
Trade talks and global bond markets are impacted by US trade policy and war risks.1 source
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Global economic headwinds, including slowing demand in Southeast Asia and Indonesia, are compounded by geopolitical risks stemming from the Middle East conflict and US trade policies.Also in this story
- Indonesia is actively seeking ways to offset economic disruptions caused by the ongoing situation in the Middle East.
- Global manufacturing activity was weighed down by tensions in West Asia, with India outperforming China in recent PMI figures.
- Conflict in the Middle East is causing market disruptions, leading to increased costs for sulfuric acid and affecting market trends in Indonesia.
- Japan is developing charts and funding ODA projects in Southeast Asia, linking regional stability to Middle East energy flows.
Within Middle East conflict drives global energy and trade instability
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Mark Carney
24th prime minister of Canada since 2025
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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