Economy: Iran war is weighing on China’s economy
China’s economy is not immune to the raw-materials squeeze. The car market is slumping, toy factories are shutting down. The Politburo is calling for “greater efforts.”
By Marcel Grzanna
China’s economy is not immune to the raw-materials squeeze. The car market is slumping, toy factories are shutting down. The Politburo is calling for “greater efforts.”
By Marcel Grzanna
Algeria has awarded new exploration blocks for oil and gas, hoping to further cement its role as a supplier in global energy markets.
By Redaktion Table
Xi Jinping has laid out four principles for calming the situation in the Middle East. Above all, the aim is to contain risks that are causing concern in Beijing.
By Marcel Grzanna
In response to the crisis in the Middle East, African governments are urging people to conserve energy while seeking ways to soften the impact of rising prices.
By David Renke
Chinese oil giant PetroChina says the Middle East conflict is having only a minor effect on its oil and gas supplies. Only around 10% of its total production is transported through the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz.
By Amelie Richter