俄对中国海运原油出口创新高：日输186万桶，超沙特成最大供应国

Group 1 - Russia has surpassed Saudi Arabia to become China's largest crude oil supplier, driven by record imports fueled by Chinese demand [1][3] - Russian seaborne crude oil shipments to China reached a historical high of 1.86 million barrels per day, a 46% year-on-year increase [3] - The shift in energy exports towards Asia, particularly China and India, is a response to Western sanctions, with expectations of continued growth in Russian energy exports to China [3][4] Group 2 - The increase in Russian crude oil supply to China is occurring amidst declining demand from India and pressure from the U.S. on India to limit Russian oil purchases [3][4] - The import of Urals crude oil, a major Russian export grade, has reached its highest level since mid-2023, indicating a deepening energy cooperation between Russia and China [4] - Experts suggest that the evolving energy relationship between Russia and China is reshaping the oil trade landscape in Asia, with China benefiting from discounted supplies despite limited risks [4]