Why Russian Energy Matters

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International pressure on Russia and economic sanctions against it continue as the Ukraine crisis drags on. However, the crisis could have implications well beyond the region’s borders owing to Russia’s importance as a global energy giant. The country ranks as the second largest crude oil and natural gas producer in the world. Countries or regions that are dependent on Russian energy may be impacted while global commodity prices are at risk of potential shocks should the situation escalate.