China boosts oil imports from Russia and Iran amid Middle East tensions, maintaining energy security despite price hikes.

China is maintaining robust oil imports despite Middle East tensions, with record shipments from Iran and Russia and strong stockpiles providing resilience. While Iran's crude flows surged in February, China is shifting toward more reliable Russian supplies amid concerns over Iran's supply stability and U.S. sanctions. Thailand has suspended oil exports and activated emergency energy measures after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, but its reserves—enough for 60 days of consumption—remain sufficient. Both nations are prioritizing energy security through stockpiling, diversified sourcing, and domestic production, though rising global oil prices pose inflation risks.