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China’s refineries can process 19.1 million barrels of crude oil a day, compared with 17.6 million barrels a day in the United States, according to the International Energy Agency.
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China's oil refining capacity is 19.1 million barrels per day, compared to 17.6 million in the U.S., according to the International Energy Agency.
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International Energy Agency
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News Article
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{
    "source": "International Energy Agency",
    "capacity_us": "17.6 million barrels per day",
    "capacity_china": "19.1 million barrels per day"
}
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China United States Infrastructure Energy
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Created
September 18, 2026 at 7:16 PM (3 weeks ago)
Last Updated
September 18, 2026 at 7:16 PM (3 weeks ago)

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China Stockpiled Oil, and Now It Could Dominate the Energy Landscape
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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/17/business/energy-environment/china-oil-iran-war.html

The war with Iran revealed China's surprising geopolitical power in the energy sector, transforming its oil import vulnerability into strength. By stockpiling oil and building refining capacity, China can now influence global prices and fuel supplies. This shift has significant implications for international energy dynamics and China's foreign policy.

China Oil Energy Security Geopolitics Iran War Global Economy Refined Fuels OPEC

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