Can India and China Withstand U.S. Sanctions on Russian Oil?
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 24 2025
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Source: WSJ
India and China’s Oil Dependence: India and China heavily rely on inexpensive Russian oil, purchasing approximately five out of every six barrels that Russia exports.
Impact of U.S. Sanctions: President Trump's new sanctions targeting Russia's largest oil companies are causing concern for both nations, as they fear economic disruption.
Tense U.S.-China Relations: The imposition of high tariffs by Trump on both India and China has led to strained relations with the United States.
Rising Pressure on Economies: The combination of sanctions and tariffs is increasing pressure on the economies of India and China, complicating their reliance on Russian oil.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
