Australia Monitoring Global Energy Markets Following Breakout of Conflict in Ukraine

Australia Monitoring Global Energy Markets Following Breakout of Conflict in Ukraine
A Russian construction worker speaks on a mobile phone during a ceremony marking the start of Nord Stream pipeline construction in Portovaya Bay some 170 kms (106 miles) north-west from St. Petersburg, Russia, on April 9, 2010. Dmitry Lovetsky/AP Photo
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The Australian government is monitoring international energy markets after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a “special military operation” in Ukraine and signalling the intent to move troops into the country.

The latest move follows weeks of international opposition to Putin’s amassing of troops on the border and the recognition of two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine, Donetsk, and Luhansk.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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