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flag Taiwan imported $1.3B in Russian naphtha in 2025, raising sanctions and supply chain concerns.

flag Taiwan became the world’s top importer of Russian naphtha in the first half of 2025, purchasing $1.3 billion worth—44% more than in 2024—with 6.8 million tons imported since 2022, accounting for 20% of Russia’s total exports. flag The fuel is critical for Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, but the trade has raised concerns over sanctions evasion, supply chain risks, and ties to Russia’s war effort, despite Taiwan’s $50 million in aid to Ukraine and export controls on sensitive tech.

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