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  1. Geopolitical tensions, including US strikes on Iran, are causing regional instability and impacting global petrochemical supply chains via the Strait of Hormuz.
  2. Oil tanker segments are affected by geopolitical disruptions and sanctions, impacting the international oil market.
  3. Middle Eastern flows are affecting the global crude market balance, with China's return as a major buyer being a key factor.
  4. The region hosts major oil producing states whose oil flows are currently being affected by geopolitical tensions.

South Africa, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia demonstrated geopolitical optionality in their recent diplomatic activities.

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South Africa, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia demonstrated geopolitical optionality in their recent diplomatic activities.

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