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Geopolitical tensions no barrier to lower oil prices

Recent headlines have focused on the latest escalation in the conflict in Ukraine or with the Islamic State. However, these conflicts have had little impact on oil output in key producers. In this Energy Watch we look at the latest developments in four key countries currently driving the risk premium in oil prices and examine how oil production may be affected over the next few months and years.

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