China & Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
34 shared events · Importance 9 · Last updated Aug 25, 2026
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China: China>>> is a significant economic partner for Iran>>> and has been involved in diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Its tankers are now transiting the strait under new Iranian rules.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company is a major oil producer affected by the Strait of Hormuz closure, impacting its export capacity and operations. It is building a second pipeline to mitigate this.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
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.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company is a major oil producer affected by the Strait of Hormuz closure, impacting its export capacity and operations. It is building a second pipeline to mitigate this.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
China: China is the main buyer of Iranian oil and faces US threats of economic consequences if it continues trade, risking tensions with Washington.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: Two ADNOC vessels were attacked in the strait, highlighting risks to its shipping operations.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 articles
Business
China: China>>>, as the world's largest crude oil buyer, drastically lowered crude imports due to weaker refining activity and lower refined-product exports, contributing to the slowing demand that prompted Saudi Arabia>>>'s price cuts.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company>>>, Abu Dhabi's state-owned oil company, lowered its June price for Murban crude, reflecting a broader regional trend of price adjustments.
Jun 08, 2026 · 7 articles
International
China: China is involved in banking for Iranian networks, potentially impacted by the suspension and sanctions.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: ADNOC has been repeatedly targeted by Iranian attacks on its tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, with nearly 20 vessels hit, causing casualties and operational disruptions. The embargo may reduce some threats but also affects its regional trade.
Mar 09, 2018 · 181 articles
International
China: Sharply reduced refinery runs and halted fuel exports, contributing to global supply tightness.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: ADNOC has had tankers struck by Iran, affecting its exports. It is using alternative routes.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
Business
China: China is the construction location for the Liquefied natural gas carriers, strengthening economic ties with UAE.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company's subsidiary's expansion supports its Liquefied natural gas growth strategy and marketing platform targeting 47 mtpa by 2035.
Mar 09, 2018 · 8 articles
International
China: Ambassador met with Iranian officials; China is a major oil importer affected by Hormuz closure.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: ADNOC vessels attacked in strait; operations disrupted.
Jul 28, 2026 · 318 articles
Business
China: Source of newbuild vessels and shipyard partner, benefiting from export orders.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: As the parent company, ADNOC benefits from enhanced logistics capabilities supporting its production and export growth. The acquisition aligns with ADNOC's integrated value chain strategy.
Mar 09, 2018 · 7 articles
International
China: China is a major oil importer affected by supply disruptions. It has suspended strategic reserve purchases and may face higher energy costs.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: ADNOC is working to move oil from inside the strait and has issued tenders, benefiting from higher prices.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
China: China is a major buyer of Gulf oil and has diplomatic influence. It benefits from discounted Iranian oil but avoids military involvement.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: ADNOC has had vessels attacked, impacting its shipping and operations.
Jun 16, 2026 · 349 articles
International
China: A China-based oil refinery and shipping companies involved in transporting Iranian oil are facing economic sanctions from the United States.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, the UAE's state oil firm, indicated that full oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz would not return before the first or second quarter of 2027, even if the conflict ended immediately.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
China: China is a major oil importer and has called for restoring normal passage. It has influence over Iran but is not directly involved.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: ADNOC has suffered attacks on its vessels, highlighting the risks to energy infrastructure and shipping.
Mar 09, 2018 · 316 articles
International
China: Major buyer of Iranian oil; potential secondary sanctions could escalate tensions.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: ADNOC's vessels have been struck in the strait, affecting its operations and contributing to supply disruption concerns.
Aug 02, 2026 · 162 articles
International
China: China's foreign minister called for a comprehensive ceasefire, influencing the situation due to China's close economic and political ties with Iran.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company has been ferrying oil shipments out of the Persian Gulf, demonstrating the practical challenges and adaptations in maritime trade amidst regional tensions.
May 25, 2026 · 35 articles
International
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.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: The head of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company>>> stated that full oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz>>> would not return before the first or second quarter of 2027, even if the war ends now.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
International
China: China was informed by Pakistan about the progress in US-Iran negotiations, indicating its interest in regional stability.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company has been ferrying oil shipments out of the Persian Gulf, demonstrating the practical challenges and adaptations in maritime trade amidst regional tensions.
May 25, 2026 · 6 articles
International
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
International
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company made inquiries for very large crude carriers, suggesting a potential increase in crude oil exports from the Middle East.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
International
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company made inquiries for very large crude carriers, suggesting a potential increase in crude oil exports from the Middle East.
Apr 07, 2026 · 26 articles
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