THE GLOBAL ENERGY POLITICS

Introduction :
World energy consumption is the total energy used by all of human
civilization.
The current turmoil in the greater Middle East confirms the regions centrality
in world affairs.
Since the rise of Vladimir Putin as Russias President in 1999, a large amount
of
analysis has been dedicated to Russias energy policy as a means of
fostering the political influence over continental Europe.. The world
distribution of energy consumption reveals that the most developed
countries are the highest consumers of fossil fuels. The US, which is the
most advanced country technologically and richest economically.
Such importance of energy has made it important element in the
foreign policies of the independent states. The 20th century and
dawn of the 21st century have seen wars fought for oil. China is
about to become the largest oil-importing country, while India
becomes the largest importer of coal by the early 2020s. Southeast
Asia likewise is emerging as an expanding demand centre IN NEAR
FUTURE.
The US moves steadily towards meeting all of its energy needs from
domestic resources by 2035. Together, these changes represent a
re-orientation of energy trade from the Atlantic basin to the AsiaPacific region. The global greenhouse-gas emissions, the energy sector will
be pivotal in determining whether or not climate change goals are achieved.
Countries can reduce the impact of high prices by promoting more
efficient, competitive and interconnected energy markets.
Changing Trend Towards Asia :
The new geography of demand and supply
means a re-ordering of global oil trade flows towards Asian markets, with
implications for cooperative efforts to ensure oil security. Coal remains a
cheaper option than gas for generating electricity in many regions.
What country consumes the most energy in the world ?
The
United States produces the most energy in the world, but it also uses the
mostthough China, the world's second-largest energy consumer, is biting

at our heels. Here's a look at the world's top 10 energy consumers and
producers.
Oil Politics :

PERSIAN GULF holds more resources than any other country.

Oil can be extracted from the Gulf at a lower cost than other sites.
Located near international markets.
The EU is the second greatest consumer after the US. The oil gap
between production and consumption in the EU is larger than that in
the US, particularly when Europes poor reserves are taken into
consideration.

In order to make the Russian Oil industry more competitive

and more attractive to foreign investor, Russia has created an
energy partnership with Western Europe.
Effect of Oil Crisis : Communications, Economy, Agriculture,
International Relations, Policies, Transportation..etc..
Some Important Facts :

Political pressure over the arms race: the US wants Iran to

stop the development of its nuclear program, accusing Iran of
producing nuclear weapons.
However, China with its status and veto power in the UN defies
the US by defending Iran, as they are close allies.
OPEC Member Countries produce about 46 per cent of the world's
crude oil and 18 per cent of its natural gas.
Therefore, OPEC can have a strong influence on the oil market,
especially if it decides to reduce or increase its level of production.
About two-thirds of worlds known oil reserved located in Middle East
Reserves have been great source of wealth for Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq,
Kuwait, other countries
Most members of Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
OPEC.

 Oil as source of conflict in Middle East

Regions strategic importance as source of oil has led outside nations
to become involved in Middle Eastern affairs, politics

The Developed World, and the USA in particular, will become

increasingly dependent on imported oil & gas.
For Examples : USA / JEWs wanted to capture the all resources of
the Middle East Countries.