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China fuel export suspension to choke supplies in Asia

2 sources · first seen 14:29 2 Oct · updated 14:59 2 Oct

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  • China's oil-product export restrictions have affected importers in Southeast Asia and Australia
  • Singapore has seen a significant drop in supplies
  • Tighter regional fuel supply could lift costs for Indian oil refiners and fuel consumers

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Chinese refiners suspend October fuel exports

PetroChina cancelled several gasoline and jet fuel shipments planned for October, as Chinese refiners reportedly suspended fuel exports to protect domestic supplies. Brent crude rose back above $100.

Friday, 2 October

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ReutersChina fuel export suspension to choke supplies in Asia14:29Economic TimesChina fuel export suspension to choke supplies in Asia14:59