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China tightens grip on fuel exports amid Middle East conflict

China is maintaining strict control over its refined fuel exports, even as global oil prices rise and domestic reserves are ample. This cautious approach, driven by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the collapse of an interim truce between Washington and Tehran, prioritizes domestic energy security. Refiners must adhere to allocated quotas and maintain specific inventory levels, with export permits primarily granted to state-owned entities. AI

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China tightens grip on fuel exports amid Middle East conflict

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Emma Ma ·

    As Iran war drags on, China keeps tight grip on fuel exports despite eased curbs

    While Beijing has lifted refined fuel export restrictions this month amid elevated global oil prices and ample national reserves, it has also introduced compliance requirements for refiners – a cautious pivot aimed at safeguarding domestic stockpiles, according to three sources w…