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Wire · operational-macro

China's Sinopec Buys Russian Oil Imports to Offset Middle East Supply Cuts

12 August 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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12 August 2026

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operational-macro

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Climate Tech

◆ Geography

China

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Fusion42 · 12 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

China's Sinopec is increasing its purchases of discount Russian Eastern Siberia-Pacific Ocean blend crude oil to replace Middle East supplies curtailed due to the Iran conflict, maintaining refinery throughput despite regional supply disruptions.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You facing energy supply challenges should track Sinopec’s shift to Russian crude as it opens an opportunity to supply discount alternatives or adjust risk from Middle East volatility.

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1 source · 12 Aug 2026

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