India, Turkiye and Brunei refineries shipped 1 billion euros of oil to sanctioning countries
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· External sector, trade & FDI· Prelims·
Energy security vs. sanctions compliance: a GS3 case study on trade arbitrage and strategic autonomy.
Why in news
The Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) reported that refineries in India, Turkiye, and Brunei shipped 1 billion euros of oil products to sanctioning countries in September.
Background
In September, oil shipments to sanctioning countries rose 43% from August. Reliance Industries Ltd.'s Jamnagar refinery supplied six of seven cargoes to the EU. India spent 4.1 billion euros on Russian hydrocarbons, with crude oil accounting for 88%.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIndia spent 4.1 billion euros on Russian hydrocarbons in the reported period.
- FactCrude oil accounted for 88% of India's expenditure on Russian hydrocarbons.
- FactReliance Industries Ltd.'s Jamnagar refinery supplied six of seven cargoes to the EU.
- BodyCREA: Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air reported the shipment data.
Prelims practice question
Which organization reported the data regarding oil shipments to sanctioning countries by India, Turkiye, and Brunei?
- (a)IEA
- (b)OPEC
- (c)IRENA
- (d)CREA
Show answer
Answer: (d) CREA — The Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) reported the shipment data.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the complexities of navigating international sanctions while ensuring national energy security and economic stability in a globalized trade environment.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical friction: Balancing strategic autonomy with international compliance and trade sanctions
- Market dynamics: Impact of discounted Russian hydrocarbons on global oil price volatility
- Regulatory arbitrage: Challenges in monitoring refinery-level trade flows to sanctioned entities
Keywords: Energy Security · Sanctions Compliance · Strategic Autonomy · Trade Arbitrage · Hydrocarbon Trade
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