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Prepared by: Research and Studies Department at Saif Bin Hilal Center
Abstract:
Niger's economy is classified as highly sensitive to internal and external shocks, but in 2022 the Nigerian economy had begun to recover relatively; It recorded a high growth rate of 11.5%. This growth was not completed due to the military coup that occurred in 2023. Although Niger has many diverse energy sources – such as biofuels, uranium, metallurgical coal, oil, natural gas, hydroelectric and solar energy – it faces many problems, such as delivering electricity to the population in all regions.
In general, the energy sector in Niger plays an essential role in achieving economic stability locally, and on the other hand, internationally. Where uranium importing countries, such as France, rely primarily on Niger; Therefore, in this study, we will review the importance of energy in the Nigerian economy on the one hand, and its impact on the countries of the world on the other hand in light of the military coup in Niger.
The agency is interested in studies of energy security, and its political and geopolitical effects, as well as the effects of energy security on stability in the system and international peace.