Interesting Energy Stories in the News Apr 22

Russian oil majors to join forces
US oil drilling risks linger
UPDATE 2-S.Korea March crude imports up 20 pct yr/yr -KNOC
China energy agency sees 8 pct oil demand growth in 2011
Iraq discussing plan to share crude oil reserves with Iran, Kuwait
Origin signs record $90bn gas export deal to China
South Africa Endorses Plans For Karoo Gas-Drill Freeze, Ending Shell Hopes
UPDATE 1-US natgas rig count falls 7 to 878-Baker Hughes
Thermal Coal's 30% Gain to Outpace Oil, Gas on Japan Quake: Energy Markets
Restrictions on coal production may impact economy: CIL chief
Largest U.S. Nuclear Plant Wins 20-Year License Extension
China's nuclear plans could resume by summer
Australia, Japan partnership to improve nuclear safety
China and South Korea to actively expand offshore wind power
Wind energy - The way has been cleared for mega wind turbines of 20 MW
Gasoline Stockpiles Decline in Europe on Exports, PJK Says