China dependent on uncertain Saudi supplies

If Middle East crude supplies falter, tension or even conflicts possible between China and biggest importers, U.S. and Japan

Peter Enav

Associated Press Writer

China’s growing thirst for oil will place a greater strain on the world’s top supplier, Saudi Arabia, at the very time doubts are being raised about the kingdom’s ability to substantially increase production. Should output falter in Saudi Arabia and other Middle East nations, some analysts warn of....

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