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International Energy Agency & China

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International
International Energy Agency: The IEA published the Global Critical Minerals Outlook 2026, warning of supply chain risks and recommending stockpiles.
China: China's export controls on rare earths threaten $6.5 trillion in global downstream production, highlighting its dominant role in refining.
Jul 16, 2026 · 42 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: Coordinated the record 400 million-barrel release and is facilitating reserve rebuilding among member countries.
China: Building 11 new strategic oil storage sites; likely to increase stockpiling when Brent prices are low.
Jul 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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Business
International Energy Agency: The IEA published the report forecasting a 1 million bpd demand decline in 2026, the first since 2020.
China: China cut oil purchases by 50% and stopped filling its strategic reserve, reducing global demand and preventing price spikes.
Jul 10, 2026 · 12 articles
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Business
International Energy Agency: The IEA provides key data on China's EV production and oil displacement, reinforcing the global significance of China's EV transition.
China: China is the central actor, with its NEV industry achieving global leadership, reducing oil demand, and expanding exports. The interview reinforces its strategic importance.
Aug 21, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency>>> is a key source of information and coordination for global energy security, warning about potential oil supply issues and coordinating strategic reserve releases. Its warnings directly influence market sentiment and government actions.
China: China>>>'s crude imports were significantly lower in May, acting as a balancing factor in markets and explaining weaker prices despite supply issues.
May 21, 2026 · 14 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: Provided data on global refinery runs and disruptions, highlighting the severity of the supply crunch.
China: Sharply reduced refinery runs and halted fuel exports, contributing to global supply tightness.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: Provided data on global refinery runs and disruptions, highlighting the severity of the supply crunch.
China: Sharply reduced refinery runs and halted fuel exports, contributing to global supply tightness.
Mar 08, 2026 · 27 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The IEA raised its forecast for global oil supply decline to 4.3 million bpd, reflecting worsening supply disruptions.
China: China is the main buyer of Iranian oil and faces US threats of economic consequences if it continues trade, risking tensions with Washington.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency has called for the unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to address the energy crisis and has coordinated oil releases from emergency stocks.
China: China reported stronger-than-expected export and import growth, driven by demand for autos and technology goods, despite the Iran war.
May 18, 2026 · 316 articles
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Domestic
International Energy Agency: The IEA warned that $6.5 trillion of global manufacturing is at risk if China imposes rare earth export restrictions.
China: China's dominance in critical minerals processing is the central concern driving U.S. policy, and its export controls have prompted the U.S. push for self-sufficiency.
Mar 08, 2026 · 112 articles
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Business
International Energy Agency: IEA coordinated a record strategic stock release that helped stabilize oil prices.
China: China cut crude imports sharply during the war, pressuring prices; imports may resume if prices fall further.
Mar 09, 2018 · 108 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency has warned about rapidly declining commercial oil stocks and the significant supply disruption caused by the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the Iran war.
China: China's factory activity expanded due to stockpiling, but it is also a source of global trade imbalances and faces pressure from G7 nations regarding its industrial policies.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency warned that the Middle East conflict is straining global energy supplies.
China: China's private sector manufacturing expanded for a sixth consecutive month, indicating resilience despite rising input costs and global trade disruptions.
Jun 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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Business
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency>>>'s estimates on India>>>'s oil consumption growth by 2035 were cited by Igor Sechin>>> to support his forecasts.
China: China>>> has received over $40 billion in economic benefits from Russian oil supplies since April 2022, alongside India>>>, and is noted as well-prepared for strategic risks in the global economy.
Jun 06, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: Called the energy crisis a stark wake-up call for Southeast Asia.
China: Accused of provocations in South China Sea, defended its claims, held talks with U.S. and ASEAN.
Jul 19, 2026 · 131 articles
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Business
International Energy Agency: IEA data on global refining throughput and demand is cited, but the agency itself is not directly affected.
China: China relaxed export limits, increasing fuel exports and posing competition to Indian and U.S. refiners.
Aug 19, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency>>> provides figures on the critical minerals market, expecting it to double by 2040.
China: Western governments are trying to reduce their reliance on China>>> for critical minerals, which could impact China>>>'s market dominance in the long term.
May 20, 2026 · 15 articles
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Business
International Energy Agency: The IEA estimated that rare earth demand could triple by 2040, highlighting market growth.
China: China's dominance in rare earths is being challenged as Western nations seek alternatives. China's export restrictions prompted this shift, but it retains processing dominance.
Aug 20, 2026 · 20 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency has warned about the severe global energy shock caused by the conflict, highlighting the potential for the market to enter a 'red zone' due to summer fuel demand and lack of Middle East supply.
China: China>>>, the world's second-largest oil consumer, has sharply reduced its seaborne crude imports due to higher prices, introducing uncertainty into global demand calculations.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
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Business
International Energy Agency: The IEA provided data on global EV sales trends, highlighting the shift toward emerging markets. Its analysis supports the narrative of VinFast's growth but does not directly affect the agency.
China: China's EV market is expected to stagnate in 2026, a first this decade, which may pressure Chinese automakers and shift focus to other markets.
Aug 05, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The IEA coordinated a strategic reserve release to stabilize markets, but reserves are depleting.
China: China is a major oil importer affected by supply disruptions. It has suspended strategic reserve purchases and may face higher energy costs.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency has warned about the severe impact of the conflict on the global energy market, highlighting the potential for a 'red zone' in fuel supply.
China: China is involved as the US imposed sanctions on entities facilitating Iranian oil shipments to China, and its President Xi Jinping is scheduled to meet with Donald Trump.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The IEA warned that the Iran war would cut global oil demand by 1.1 million bpd in 2026, a deeper drop than previously expected.
China: China's Shanghai Composite fell 2.1%, reflecting regional risk-off sentiment and concerns about global demand.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The IEA has warned of depleted oil inventories and potential market surplus changes.
China: China is a major oil importer and has been warned by Trump, while also being accused of providing support to Iran.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency (IEA) provides forecasts on global oil supply and demand, indicating a potential surplus in 2027, which suggests a bumpy ride ahead for the market despite the current optimism.
China: China has welcomed the interim agreement and urged for the swift reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to ensure the stability of global industrial and supply chains. Its foreign minister, Wang Yi, has called for continued efforts towards peace and stability in the Middle East.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The IEA warned of a global energy crisis due to the conflict and reported supply disruptions.
China: China called for talks and is a major oil importer affected by supply disruptions. It has not taken a direct role.
Apr 20, 2026 · 480 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency has warned about the severe global energy shock caused by the conflict, highlighting the potential for the market to enter a 'red zone' due to summer fuel demand and lack of Middle East supply.
China: China>>> has economic ties with Iran>>> and has been urged by the United States>>> to help broker a peace agreement, while also having its tankers transit the Strait of Hormuz>>>.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: IEA coordinated emergency stockpile releases to stabilize oil markets.
China: China has reduced crude imports due to the conflict, impacting global oil demand.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: The International Energy Agency>>> warned that the Middle East war is straining global energy supplies.
China: China>>>'s growth is projected to slow, but its ample energy reserves limit exposure to oil price spikes, and exports benefit from lower U.S. tariffs and a competitive tech sector.
May 29, 2026 · 25 articles
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International
International Energy Agency: IEA data cited on data center electricity consumption.
China: Hosted WAIC 2026, launched WAICO, announced AI training and cooperation initiatives, positioning itself as global AI governance leader.
Jul 08, 2026 · 315 articles
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