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China blocks US sanctions against five refineries
China's Ministry of Commerce has intervened to prevent US sanctions targeting refineries linked to Iranian oil imports. The ministry argues that these sanctions violate international law. (sources: aljazeera, middleeasteye, alarabiya, reuters)
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China's Commerce Ministry has issued an injunction against US sanctions on five refineries accused of importing Iranian oil. The ministry contends that the sanctions are not in accordance with international law.
- The sanctions were aimed at five refineries in China, often referred to as 'teapot' refineries.
- China's Ministry of Commerce stated that the sanctions violate international law.
- The injunction prevents the enforcement of US sanctions on companies involved in purchasing Iranian oil.
Why it matters
This development highlights ongoing tensions between the US and China regarding energy imports and sanctions related to Iran.
No specific legislation identified for action yet.
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aljazeeraChina blocks US sanctions against five ‘teapot’ refineriesmiddleeasteyeChina issues injunction to block US sanctions on companies buying Iranian oilalarabiyaChina rejects US sanctions on refineries over Iran oil linksreutersChina's Commerce Ministry blocks US sanctions against five refineries