In this Global Energy Outlook Forum Americasinterview, Karen Young says the US security umbrella for Gulf producersis weakening, replaced by a more transactional energy dominance doctrine. Sheargues Washington prioritises low oil prices, capital inflows, and hemisphericcontrol, creating uncertainty for GCC producers. Young warns US actions onVenezuela and China risk fragmenting global energy markets and undermining OPECcohesion.