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Saudi oil pipeline shutdown impacts Asian economies
The closure of Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline has intensified pressure on Asian economies reliant on imported energy. This shutdown removes a critical alternative route amidst disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, contributing to crude oil prices exceeding $100 per barrel. The event highlights the vulnerability of economies dependent on energy imports and the global impact of disruptions to key oil infrastructure.
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- Centre (2): Bloomberg, South China Morning Post