Group 1 - The South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy is exploring the feasibility of importing crude oil and naphtha from Russia, with the Philippines and Thailand also in negotiations for crude oil imports from Russia [1] - Since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, South Korea has suspended imports of Russian crude oil as part of sanctions, and a resumption would mark the first import in four years [1] - Approximately 70% of South Korea's crude oil imports come from the Middle East, primarily transported through the Strait of Hormuz, making energy supply difficult if the strait remains closed [1] Group 2 - The South Korean government has temporarily classified naphtha as a key economic security material and is taking measures to stabilize supply and demand, including seeking alternative import sources and restricting exports [1] - Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport revealed that negotiations with Russia regarding crude oil procurement are making progress [2] - Southeast Asian countries, including Vietnam, are prioritizing domestic supply over exports, with Vietnam's Prime Minister requesting assistance from Japan for crude oil procurement [2]
“韩国、菲律宾、泰国都在转向俄罗斯”
中国能源报·2026-03-20 13:33