Taiwan has now become the world's biggest importer of a significant Russian crude oil, namely, naphtha, a mineral oil that is used in the semiconductor industry. However, what is notable is that it is the biggest ally of the United States in Asia, with a significant role in rivaling Chinese diplomacy and military pressure. It is also a potential ally of Ukraine that also participated in sanctioning Russia after the war in Ukraine.

How much crude oil is Taiwan importing from Russia?

In the initial part of 2025, as per the Guardian, Taiwan imported USD 1.3 billion worth of Russian naphtha and its imports of Russian crude oil per month, which is almost six times more than its level in 2022. As compared to 2024, its imports have increased to 44 per cent. The data is part of a report publishe

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