Kuwait Petroleum is advancing plans to lease a significant portion of its pipeline network, potentially raising up to $7 billion, according to Bloomberg. This move, occurring despite ongoing regional conflict, underscores strong investor demand for Gulf energy infrastructure. The deal highlights a broader trend where Gulf states are monetising state-owned energy assets to fund economic diversification strategies.

Saudi Aramco is also preparing to sell stakes in its oil export and storage terminals, further signalling Gulf energy players' efforts to attract global institutional capital through strategic partnerships that allow state control retention while unlocking funds. These transactions reflect a resilient investor appetite for the sector's long-term cash flows and defensive nature, even amid heightened geopolitical risks and attacks on regional infrastructure.