oil imports
Coverage of oil imports in the Nexus archive.
- Cut off from fuel, Cuba is still surviving
President Trump has attempted to block Cuba's oil imports, but the island has found ways to endure despite the fuel shortage six months later.
- Japan’s exports and imports grow as yen weakens
Japan recorded a trade deficit of 406.9 billion yen in June 2026, driven by higher oil import costs amid a weak yen and rising global oil prices. Exports grew 19% to 10.9 trillion yen, while imports increased 25% to 11.3 trillion yen. Oil imports from the U.S. surged five-fold, and Japan's government under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is pursuing AI, defense, and robotics initiatives to stimulate the economy.
- China's Oil Imports Drop to Lowest in Nearly a Decade | The China Show | 7/14/2026
China's oil imports have dropped to their lowest level in nearly a decade. The decline is reported by 'Bloomberg: The China Show,' which covers news and analysis on China's economy.
- China’s Oil Imports May Be Set to Recover as Stockpiling Returns
China’s oil imports may recover as stockpiling returns, indicated by an oil tanker in Shandong province. The article cites AFP as the source.
- China's reduced oil purchases help keep global prices lower
China's reduced oil purchases have lowered global prices by about 5% since the start of the Iran war. Analysts question how long Beijing will maintain this pace and warn of severe economic risks if purchases resume while the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
- China’s Oil Imports Plunge to Eight-Year Low on War Disruptions
China’s oil imports have fallen to an eight-year low due to disruptions caused by wars. The decline highlights the impact of global conflicts on energy supply chains.
- Share of Russian oil in Indian imports rises to 38%, premium paid jumps 425% in April 2026
Russia’s share in India’s oil imports increased to 38% in April 2026, with a 425% jump in the premium paid for Russian oil. India’s reliance on U.S. oil imports fell to multi-month lows in both value and volume during the same period.
- FirstFT: China’s falling oil imports ‘shield’ global market from higher prices
China's declining oil imports are preventing global oil prices from rising higher. The article also mentions a slowdown in the global flight of the wealthy and a corporate scandal in Japan.
- Can Hawaii wean itself of oil imports?
Hawaii imports much of its fuel and faces high costs, prompting efforts to transition from fossil fuels to alternatives like solar and geothermal energy.
- India’s Modi meets Delcy Rodriguez as India expands Venezuela oil imports
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez. The meeting occurred as India expands its oil imports from Venezuela.
- India's Modi meets Delcy Rodriguez as India expands Venezuela oil imports
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez to strengthen energy cooperation, as Venezuela became India's third-largest crude oil supplier. The discussions included expanding investments in mining, critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, and automobiles, amid India's efforts to diversify energy sources due to global supply disruptions.