Category: Qatar

Strait of Hormuz May Not Return to Normal, Whether It’s Open or Closed

The New York Times – Business:
The energy industry is planning for a future where the choke point on Iran’s southern coast is a lot less important.
Luxury Brands Bet on the Middle East. War Has Damaged Their Plans.

The New York Times – Business:
High-end brands such as Louis Vuitton and Hermès are looking to other regions as sales in Persian Gulf nations plummet.
This Is What Happens When the Gas Runs Out

The New York Times – Business:
With a cutoff in shipments imminent, Asian countries, the biggest importers of liquefied natural gas from the Middle East, are already burning more coal and reducing consumption.
Why the Iran War May Force Countries to Rely Less on Natural Gas

The New York Times – Business:
The U.S. and other exporters are poised for a windfall, but disruptions to Persian Gulf supplies are also pushing gas-buying countries to consider alternatives like coal, solar and nuclear energy.
Attacks on Energy Infrastructure Could Lead to Much Higher Prices

The New York Times – Business:
Attacks on oil and natural gas facilities this week could make it much harder for Persian Gulf countries to rebuild and restart production when the war eventually end.
Iran’s South Pars Gas Field Is Attacked, Sending Energy Prices Soaring

The New York Times – Business:
The field is part of a vast gas reservoir shared by Iran and Qatar. The strike appeared to be one of the most significant attacks on an energy site since the U.S.-Israeli air war against Iran began.
Why Little Was Done to Head Off Oil’s Strait of Hormuz Problem

The New York Times – Business:
Geography and regional rivalries have prevented Gulf countries from finding a true alternative to the strait, which the war with Iran has effectively shut down.
Natural Gas Prices Surge After Attacks Hit Facilities in Qatar

The New York Times – Business:
Qatar said it had halted production of liquefied natural gas, forcing buyers to compete for supplies elsewhere.
Trump Could Begin Flying on Jet Donated by Qatar by This Summer

It remains unclear whether the aircraft would get the full Air Force One security upgrades, which industry experts said could take up to two years to complete.
Frequent Flier Suggests Holiday Gifts for Travelers

A frequent flier from Qatar suggests a moisturizing lip balm, a tiny aroma diffuser and other handy items for your seasonal shopping list.
As Witkoff Pitched Mideast Peace, His Son Pitched Mideast Investors

Steve Witkoff’s son recently sought money from Gulf states including Qatar, which has previously invested in Witkoff family projects to win favor with President Trump.
Boeing Emerges as a Winner in Trump’s Trade Wars

Countries striking agreements with the United States have pledged to buy more Boeing planes, but it’s not clear whether those orders were the result of President Trump’s tactics.