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China's Oil Prices Surge, Threaten Economic Stability

3/30/2026

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The ongoing war has driven crude oil prices higher, pressuring China's energy security.
Shandong's independent 'teapot' refineries account for about a quarter of China's refining capacity and are economically crucial.
Despite stable Iranian crude supplies, rising prices have slashed profits for local petrol stations, and the government lowered planned fuel-price increases.
A Luqing Petrochemical worker reported reduced earnings and job insecurity due to decreased demand.

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Story summary

The ongoing war has driven crude oil prices higher, pressuring China's energy security.
Shandong's independent 'teapot' refineries account for about a quarter of China's refining capacity and are economically crucial.
Despite stable Iranian crude supplies, rising prices have slashed profits for local petrol stations, and the government lowered planned fuel-price increases.
A Luqing Petrochemical worker reported reduced earnings and job insecurity due to decreased demand.