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North Korea presents a chance to get creative with energy

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12-Nov-18 Despite dilapidated power generation and distribution infrastructure, total reliance on imported oil and international sanctions, North Korea’s energy needs are being met by creative domestic solutions and a newly entrepreneurial citizenry. [image: AFP / Ed Jones]

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SCG trims investment outlays as trade war dampens mood

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25-Oct-18 Siam Cement Group has reduced its investment budget amid the trade war between China and the US, CEO Roongrote Rangsiyopash said. He also acknowledged the potential for increased exports of chemicals, building materials and packaging to both countries. [image: The Nation]

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Saudi looks to petrochemicals for next big projects

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10-Oct-18 Saudi Arabia, the world’s biggest oil exporter, is seeking to transform its economy away from reliance on crude. State-run Saudi Aramco is working on more than USD100 bn of refining and chemical projects. [image: Andrey Rudakov / Bloomberg]

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