Trump discussed sanctioned Chinese oil refiners with Xi, considering lifting bans

President Trump said he discussed Chinese oil companies sanctioned for buying Iranian oil and will decide within the next few days whether to lift the bans. The update centers on potential changes to sanctions enforcement rather than a completed policy shift. Market impact is limited for now, but the decision could affect energy flows and oil-market sentiment if bans are eased or tightened.

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President Trump said he discussed Chinese oil companies sanctioned for buying Iranian oil and will decide within the next few days whether to lift the bans. The update centers on potential changes to sanctions enforcement rather than a completed policy shift. Market impact is limited for now, but the decision could affect energy flows and oil-market sentiment if bans are eased or tightened.