Navigating Uncertainty: Energy Security and Resilience in an Evolving Regional Context

Duration: 1 Hour

Date: 12 May 2026, Tuesday, 13:00 GMT

Executive Summary

The situation in the Middle East presents evolving risks to global energy security and stability and to related markets and industries. This executive briefing assesses the potential implications across short, medium, and long-term horizons, focusing on market volatility, operational exposure, and resilience strategies. The session will provide decision-makers with a concise overview of current developments, scenario-based analysis, and practical contingencies to manage uncertainty.

Current Situation

• Overview of current situation, key indicators and impacts
• Risks to critical shipping lanes and energy infrastructure
• Market reactions in crude, refined products, and derivatives
• Emerging policy and regulatory considerations

Scenario Outlook

• Short Term: Immediate market volatility, transportation risks, pricing shocks

• Medium Term: Supply chain adjustments, insurance implications, financial hedging pressures

• Long Term: Structural shifts in energy security strategies, diversification, and resilience investments

Impacts on Markets, Business and Society

• Oil price fluctuations and derivatives exposure
• Disruption to global logistics and industrial supply chains
• Insurance market responses and risk pricing
• Inflationary pressures and economic ripple effects
• Energy affordability and societal resilience consideration

What to Expect from the 1-Hour Briefing

• Understanding of energy security dynamics across the region 
• Scenario analysis across multiple time horizons to anticipate and navigate uncertainty 
• Assessment of primary and secondary impacts on global markets and operations 
• Actionable insights on contingency planning and resilience measures