From Belt and Road to belt tightening: China's neighbours get cold shoulder on energy
- Posted on March 30, 2026
- By Business News Today
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From Belt and Road to belt tightening: China's neighbours get cold shoulder on energy
Southeast Asian nations are urging China to fulfill energy security pledges by resuming fertilizer and fuel exports, but Beijing remains focused on its own economy. Analysts doubt China will significantly ease export bans, prioritizing domestic needs over regional stability despite its stated ambitions.