ID | 115058 |
Title Proper | Dash for gas |
Other Title Information | the golden age of an energy game-changer |
Language | ENG |
Author | Gjelten, Tom |
Publication | 2012. |
Summary / Abstract (Note) | For a fresh perspective on geopolitical trends, look at the world through the lens of the natural gas trade. One of the reasons for Israeli unease with the Arab Spring is that the democratic uprising that took down Hosni Mubarak also brought interruptions in Israel's supply of natural gas, much of which since 2008 has come from Egypt. Wondering about China's new interest in Australia and Qatar? It's about their abundant gas supplies and China's tremendous energy needs. Desperate for signs of cooperation from North Korea? Check out reports that Kim Jong-il may agree to the construction of a natural gas pipeline that would link Russia, Pyongyang, and Seoul. From Asia to the Middle East to North America, a boom in natural gas usage is rearranging international connections, with major repercussions for global politics. |
`In' analytical Note | World Affairs US Vol. 174, No.5; Jan-Feb 2012: p.43-52 |
Journal Source | World Affairs US Vol. 174, No.5; Jan-Feb 2012: p.43-52 |
Key Words | Geopolitical Trends ; Israel ; Hosni Mubarak ; Natural Gas ; Egypt ; China ; Energy ; North Korea ; Kim Jong-il ; Russia ; Pyongyang ; Seoul ; Asia ; North America ; Middle East ; Global Politics ; International Energy Agency (IEA) ; Fukushima Disaster |