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Chinese independent refiners boost Iraqi oil purchases as Iranian flows fall, traders say
Chinese independent refiners are increasingly turning to Iraqi crude as purchases of Iranian oil decline. This shift appears timed with a recovery in exports through the Strait of Hormuz from other Gulf nations, signaling a potential realignment in global oil supply chains. The emphasis on alternative sources like Iraq and Qatar is critical not only for China's energy strategy but also for the broader implications for regional geopolitical dynamics.