Energy security has long been discussed in terms of reserves, production capacity and pricing models. However, the recent tension observed in the Somalia – Red Sea corridor reminds us once again that the center of gravity in the energy architecture has shifted from underground to the seas. The rhythm of energy flows is no longer defined by the wells, but by the vulnerability of the corridors.

Africa holds 30% of the world’s critical minerals. China’s infrastructure dominance, the Gulf’s expanding capital reach, Western concerns over supply chain security, and Türkiye’s growing diplomatic presence are all placing the continent at the critical intersection of energy, technology, and financial policy. But today, the question is not who extracts them It is where they are processed and who controls the chain.

Renewable Yet Fragile: Is Europe’s Wind Power in China’s Hands? The European Union aims to quadruple its offshore wind capacity by 2030. At the core of this goal lies a critical question. Who controls the supply chain behind this transformation? China’s influence, stretching from wind turbines to rare earth elements, is quietly shaping Europe’s energy transition into a new form of dependency. While moving away from fossil fuels, is Europe entering a phase of technological re

In an era where the energy transition is accelerating, why are new natural gas fields still being discovered? Kuwait’s major offshore gas discovery announced in October 2025 is not merely an energy headline. This move strengthens China’s strategic supply chain, puts pressure on Europe’s fragile supply architecture, creates alternatives to Russia’s energy influence, and places Turkey in a new position between technical capacity and diplomatic outreach.