How China Has Shielded Itself from a Middle East Oil Shock
Moyen-Orient : comment la Chine s'est armée face à un choc pétrolier
Summary
As the world's largest oil importer, China faces direct exposure to price surges triggered by the Middle East conflict. However, Beijing has spent years preparing for such a scenario by building massive strategic petroleum reserves, accelerating its shift to renewable energy, and diversifying its oil supply sources. This multi-pronged strategy positions China to weather a potential oil shock more effectively than many other major economies.
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