China & Saudi Aramco
18 shared events · Importance 8 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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China: Held direct talks with Houthis to secure safe passage for its tankers; called for renewed negotiations.
Saudi Aramco: Houthi attacks targeted Aramco facilities in Saudi Arabia — Yanbu and Saudi Arabia — Jizan; company did not comment on damage.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 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.
Saudi Aramco: A Saudi Aramco refinery was reportedly targeted by Houthi drones, raising fears of wider regional conflict.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 articles
Business
China: Major buyer of Middle Eastern crude; reluctant to use Sidi Kerir due to high freight costs and long voyages.
Saudi Aramco: Resumed oil loadings from Hormuz and offered spot cargoes, improving supply outlook. Still faces Red Sea blockade and limited alternative export routes.
Aug 18, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
China: Greater China had 122 companies, its lowest since 2018, indicating a decline in representation.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco ranked No. 5, a top energy company with significant global influence.
Jul 28, 2026 · 17 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.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco reported a 44% increase in net profit to $32.69 billion, despite supply disruptions, by rerouting exports.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
China: Two Chinese supertankers carrying Saudi oil transited the Red Sea; Chinese refiner Sinopec chartered vessels.
Saudi Aramco: State oil company whose tankers were attacked; its Yanbu export route is threatened.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
China: Sharply reduced refinery runs and halted fuel exports, contributing to global supply tightness.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco has resumed loadings from inside the strait and is using ship-to-ship transfers. It faces operational challenges.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
International
China: China's ample crude inventories may reduce near-term purchases, a bearish factor for oil.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco facilities were targeted by Houthi attacks, but no major disruption reported.
Feb 08, 2026 · 380 articles
International
China: China called for an end to hostilities and supports Pakistan's mediation. It is concerned about disruptions to trade routes and has economic interests in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco's Jazan refinery was shut after a Houthi attack, and its facilities in Jizan and Yanbu were targeted. The company's operations are directly impacted by the conflict.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
International
China: Ambassador met with Iranian officials; China is a major oil importer affected by Hormuz closure.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi oil giant; refinery attacked by Houthis, affecting supply.
Jul 28, 2026 · 318 articles
International
China: China relaxed fuel export controls, potentially affecting global oil supply and demand dynamics.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco's oil exports are directly threatened by Houthi attacks on tankers, though CEO Amin H. Nasser stated production was not materially impacted. The company reported a 44% rise in Q2 net profit amid higher oil prices.
Aug 05, 2026 · 31 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.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco's refinery was attacked by Houthis, affecting its operations and oil supply.
Jun 16, 2026 · 349 articles
International
China: A Chinese company's building in Kuwait was hit by an Iranian strike, killing one worker.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco's Abqaiq facility was reportedly damaged by Houthi drone attacks, threatening its oil processing capacity and global supply.
Feb 08, 2026 · 308 articles
International
China: Major buyer of Iranian oil; potential secondary sanctions could escalate tensions.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco's facilities have been targeted by Houthi drones, threatening its oil production and exports, though no major damage has been reported.
Aug 02, 2026 · 162 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.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco has said Houthi threats have not yet affected exports, but it is preparing contingencies. Its operations are critical to global oil supply.
Mar 09, 2018 · 316 articles
Business
China: China's progress in reusable rockets poses a competitive threat to SpaceX's dominance.
Saudi Aramco: Saudi Aramco is cited as the previous record holder for largest IPO, but is not involved.
Jun 18, 2026 · 319 articles
Business
China: China is mentioned in the context of U.S.-China tech tensions and the multilateral semiconductor ecosystem.
Saudi Aramco: Comparison for IPO size; SK Hynix's $26.5B surpassed Aramco's $25.6B.
Apr 20, 2026 · 247 articles
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