U.S. and China Clash Over Sanctioned Oil Purchases Amidst Rising Tensions
Published on: July 30, 2025, 2:04 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged China to halt its sanctioned Russian oil purchases or face heavy tariffs due to impending U.S. legislation. During U.S.-China trade talks, Bessent expressed concerns over China’s support for Russia through technology sales, highlighting implications for European relations and international energy strategies.
