Ukraine suspends coal, gas exports ahead of winter season - TASS

Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky announced his country was suspending all coal and gas exports ahead of what he described as "the most difficult winter during all years of independence."

Russia Redirects Coal Shipments from EU to Other Markets: Kremlin

Russia will redirect coal supplies to alternative markets after the European Union refuses the shipments, Russian presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Friday.

Indonesia secures coal supplies amid hopes of end to export ban | Al Jazeera

Indonesia’s state utility secured an extra 7.5 million tonnes of coal supplies on Tuesday, helping to avert power outages, boost stocks and increase the chances of the government lifting its export ban soon.

China pledges to stop building new coal energy plants abroad - BBC News

China will not build new coal-fire projects abroad, a move that could be pivotal in tackling global emissions.

North Korea Slams China Over Sanctions

North Korean state media on Thursday criticized the Chinese government over Beijing’s decision to suspend all imports of North Korean coal, following Pyongyang’s launch of a ballistic missile.

Beijing to shut 2,500 small, polluting firms this year

Beijing will shut down 2,500 small and polluting firms in 2016 in its latest environmental protection efforts, said the municipal government.