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Japan’s April Oil Imports Fall to Lowest Since 1967 Amid Iran Conflict

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Japan’s oil imports in April dropped to the lowest level since 1967, reflecting disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in Iran.

The decline was attributed to the war’s impact on supply routes, leading to a significant reduction in the volume of crude oil entering Japan from the region.

This development underscores the broader economic repercussions of the Iran conflict on global energy markets, affecting import patterns for major economies such as Japan.

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