China Slams U.S. Hypocrisy Over Russian Oil, Escalates Trade Tensions

China criticises U.S. calls to stop buying Russian oil, increasing geopolitical strain and sanction uncertainty for energy and trade markets.

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China Slams U.S. Hypocrisy Over Russian Oil, Escalates Trade Tensions

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China criticises U.S. calls to stop buying Russian oil, increasing geopolitical strain and sanction uncertainty for energy and trade markets.
China publicly rebuked U.S. pressure on buyers of Russian oil, calling Washington’s rhetoric hypocritical as trade with Russia continues in other Western markets. Beijing’s strong response — amplified by state media — intensifies geopolitical tensions and unsettles energy and trade policy discussions. For markets, the dispute raises sanctions uncertainty, risk premia in energy trading, and potential diplomatic fallout that could complicate supply chains and bilateral negotiations involving India, China and the U.S.
Sep 25, 2025 • 19:38
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