Group 1 - Taiwan has become the largest global buyer of Russian naphtha, despite sanctions imposed by the US and EU on Russia [3][5] - In the first half of 2025, the value of Russian naphtha imported by Taiwan was approximately $1.3 billion, with a monthly import volume nearly six times that of 2022 [5] - Russian naphtha accounted for 45% of Taiwan's total naphtha imports [5] Group 2 - Concerns have been raised about potential US tariffs on Taiwan due to its continued purchase of Russian naphtha, similar to actions taken against India [6] - The Taiwanese government has communicated with Formosa Plastics regarding their procurement of Russian naphtha and has sought the EU's opinion on the matter [6] - The Taiwanese official acknowledged uncertainty regarding supply security and potential future tariffs, stating that if the EU decides not to buy, Formosa Plastics will also cease purchases [7]
台当局承认从俄罗斯大量购买,然后立刻甩锅
中国能源报·2025-10-09 07:16