An Energy Market Check In

Aerial view white storage tank of oil and gas and petrochemical products ready for logistic and transport business.

By Norman T. Roule

Norman Roule is a geopolitical and energy consultant who served for 34 years in the Central Intelligence Agency, managing numerous programs relating to Iran and the Middle East. As NIM-I at ODNI, he was responsible for all aspects of national intelligence policy related to Iran, including IC engagement with senior policymakers in the National Security Council and the Department of State.

ENERGY — 2020 has taken a toll on the world’s energy market, but just how bad is it?  Experts say COVID-19, economic shutdowns and a disastrous oil price war this Spring have left the industry in a position to survive but warn that it will be different.

The Cipher Brief spoke with expert Norm Roule, former senior advisor with ODNI and career CIA officer, who advises regularly on Middle East political, security, economic and energy issues.

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