连续3个月拒买美石油！这还没完，中国反手又掐住美国另一“命门”

Group 1: Oil Industry Impact - China has refused to import U.S. crude oil for three consecutive months (March, April, May), marking the longest supply cut since 2018, which severely impacts the U.S. shale oil industry [1][2] - The refusal has led to a significant drop in U.S. overseas crude oil sales, reaching a two-year low, exacerbating the already challenging environment for U.S. shale producers facing WTI prices below $70 per barrel [2][4] - The number of active oil rigs in the U.S. has decreased to 432, a drop of 6 rigs from the previous week and a year-on-year decline of 47 rigs, indicating a tightening market for U.S. oil producers [4] Group 2: Automotive Industry Consequences - In May, China's exports of passenger cars to the U.S. plummeted to their lowest level in nearly a year, disrupting the supply-demand balance in the U.S. automotive market [5] - The U.S. automotive industry heavily relies on global supply chains, particularly for electric vehicles produced in China, which fill gaps in the mid-to-low-end market and are favored by consumers for their cost-effectiveness [5][7] - China's electric vehicle exports are projected to surge by 120% year-on-year in 2024, with companies like BYD, NIO, and Xpeng rapidly gaining market share in Europe and Southeast Asia, while U.S. automakers lag in their transition to electric vehicles [7] Group 3: Strategic Responses - China's measures are part of a long-term strategic plan, having diversified its energy imports and established stable partnerships with countries like Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Iran, reducing reliance on U.S. energy [8] - By 2025, Russia is expected to account for 25% of China's crude oil imports, with the Middle East exceeding 30%, indicating a shift away from U.S. energy dependence [8] - China's transition from being the "world's factory" to a global leader in electric vehicles is a significant strategic shift, allowing it to navigate risks in the trade conflict effectively [8] Group 4: U.S. Response and Challenges - The U.S. response to China's actions has been marked by anxiety, with calls from figures like Trump for China to purchase U.S. oil, highlighting the pressure on U.S. policymakers [10] - The U.S. has adopted contradictory measures, such as imposing tariffs on countries like Vietnam while simultaneously pressuring them to trade with China, complicating bilateral relations [10] - The current situation leaves U.S. oil companies hoping for negotiations to resolve the issue, but China's stance is clear: imports will only resume if the U.S. lifts restrictive measures [10]