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Idemitsu shifts Saudi crude route, sees stable supplies
Published Tuesday, August 18, 2026 · Updated August 18
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Key points are extracted by an AI model and may contain errors or omissions. Always check the original sources.- Idemitsu Kosan has begun sourcing Saudi crude from Yanbu via the Suez route and the Cape of Good Hope.
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- Channel News Asia
Idemitsu's president emphasizes maintaining access to Middle Eastern oil due to long-standing trust and suitability for Japanese refineries, despite public concerns about over-reliance.
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