The International Energy Agency is assessing how the Middle East conflict and associated export bans are affecting global commodity markets.

The entities involved

• International Energy Agency →

  autonomous intergovernmental organisation

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• Beijing →

  capital city of China

  • Border confrontations are affecting bilateral relations involving Beijing.21:19
  • A boundary dispute involving Beijing led to military confrontation, which subsequently spurred diplomatic engagement.21:19
• Middle East →

  geopolitical region encompassing Egypt and most of Western Asia, including Iran

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  • Canadian LNG developments are driving demand growth and creating opportunities for North American producers amid supply disruptions.20:48

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