The Iran war is causing a global energy crisis - can China withstand it?
With oil supply disrupted, Beijing's oil reserves and renewable energy push are being put to the test.
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"Beijing has over the years taken advantage of lower crude prices and the abundance of supply from Gulf states to build one of the world's biggest oil reserves."
— Ole Hansen , Executive
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With oil supply disrupted, Beijing's oil reserves and renewable energy push are being put to the test.
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