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Episode #9

Middle East Crisis: Supply Chains & Energy Shift

14 Apr 2026

A lot has changed since our last episode. In this new podcast, Paul Marinelli looks at how escalating military tensions in the Middle East have rapidly disrupted global oil supplies, international travel, and supply chains. The ripple effects are already visible: rising costs, logistical challenges, and increasing uncertainty—echoing the disruptions seen during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Against this backdrop, the conversation turns to a critical question for the future: how can countries and regions strengthen energy independence and build more resilient, self-sufficient systems?

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Paul Marinelli

Paul Marinelli

Journalist & PR Specialist

Paul Marinelli is a three decade experienced automotive aftermarket and motorsport industry specialised Journalist and PR Consultant. Based in Melbourne, Australia, Paul has been a long term member of the international media at many Automechanika trade fairs, other major industry events and F1 Grands Prix. He provides experienced industry insights and opinion with every interesting Gateway to Automotive Hub podcast.

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