Chinese oil refiners have begun canceling agreed refined fuel export cargoes, including gasoline and diesel, according to people familiar with the matter, as Beijing further tightens curbs to cope with the impact of war in the Middle East. The cancellations come as China seeks to secure domestic fuel supplies amid growing regional instability.

Beijing's latest export restrictions follow earlier measures aimed at controlling fuel flows and stabilizing domestic markets. The move affects major Chinese refiners who had previously committed to international fuel shipments, potentially disrupting global supply chains. Industry sources indicate the cancellations are part of a broader strategy to manage energy security during heightened geopolitical tensions.

The cancellations highlight China's growing concern over energy supply disruptions as Middle East conflicts threaten oil flows. With Iran's role in the region's energy markets under scrutiny, Chinese authorities are taking proactive steps to ensure domestic fuel availability. This latest round of export controls builds on previous restrictions that have already limited refined product shipments from China to international markets.