Asean's scramble for Russian oil raises regional alliances questions
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-27 20:00 UTC
- Sources: South China Morning Post
Southeast Asian governments are seeking Russian oil and gas to ease fuel shortages, but analysts say this may lead to a shift in regional alliances. The South China Morning Post reports that the region is facing economic pressure due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
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