Analysis of India's Russian Oil Imports and Global Distribution in June 2026

2026年6月印度俄羅斯石油進口及全球分佈分析


Introduction

Data from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) shows that India significantly increased its purchase of Russian crude oil in June 2026. At the same time, refined products made from Russian oil continued to enter markets that have sanctions against Russia.

能源與清潔空氣研究中心 (CREA) 的數據顯示,印度在 2026 年 6 月大幅增加了對俄羅斯原油的採購。與此同時,由俄羅斯石油製成的精煉產品繼續進入對俄羅斯實施制裁的市場。

Main Body

India's purchase of Russian oil reached a peak in June 2026, with crude oil imports rising by 34% compared to the previous month. In total, India spent EUR 5.5 billion on Russian fossil fuels. Crude oil made up the largest part of this spending at EUR 4.5 billion, while oil products and coal accounted for EUR 488 million and EUR 444 million, respectively. This increase was driven by huge growth at specific industrial sites, such as the Jamnagar and Paradip refineries.

印度採購俄羅斯石油在 2026 年 6 月達到頂峰,原油進口量比上個月增長了 34%。印度總共花費 55 億歐元購買俄羅斯化石燃料。原油佔據了這筆支出最大的一部分,達 45 億歐元,而石油產品和煤炭則分別為 4.88 億歐元和 4.44 億歐元。這一增長是由特定工業場地的巨大成長所驅動,例如 Jamnagar 和 Paradip 煉油廠。

Although Russian crude export volumes grew by 14% due to Indian demand, Russia's actual earnings decreased. Daily revenues from crude oil exports fell by 8% to EUR 348 million because of lower market prices. Consequently, while China remained the biggest buyer of Russian fossil fuels, India strengthened its position as the second-largest importer.

雖然俄羅斯原油出口量因印度需求增長了 14%,但俄羅斯的實際收益卻有所下降。由於市場價格較低,原油出口的日收入下降了 8%,至 3.48 億歐元。因此,雖然中國仍是俄羅斯化石燃料的最大買家,但印度鞏固了其作為第二大進口國的地位。

Furthermore, India acts as a key link in the global distribution of refined fuels. In June, refineries in India, Turkiye, Brunei, and Georgia exported EUR 814 million in oil products to countries that sanction Russia, such as the US, Australia, and the EU. About EUR 369 million of these exports were made from Russian oil. For example, the UK used a special rule to import EUR 63 million in jet fuel from the Jamnagar refinery. These shipments often relied on a 'shadow fleet' of ships, which transported 54% of Russia's oil by sea.

此外,印度在全球精煉燃料分佈中扮演著關鍵鏈接的角色。6 月份,印度、土耳其、汶萊和喬治亞的煉油廠向制裁俄羅斯的國家(如美國、澳洲和歐盟)出口了價值 8.14 億歐元的石油產品。這些出口中約有 3.69 億歐元是由俄羅斯石油製成。例如,英國利用一項特別規則,從 Jamnagar 煉油廠進口了價值 6,300 萬歐元的航空燃料。這些運輸經常依賴「影子船隊」,該船隊運送了俄羅斯 54% 的海運石油。

Conclusion

India has become more dependent on Russian crude oil. This has helped Russia increase its export volumes despite falling prices and has allowed Russian energy products to enter Western markets through refined intermediaries.

印度對俄羅斯原油的依賴程度增加。儘管價格下跌,這幫助俄羅斯增加了出口量,並使俄羅斯能源產品能透過精煉中間商進入西方市場。

Vocabulary Learning

⚡ The 'Logic Bridge': Moving from A2 Sentences to B2 Flow

At the A2 level, you describe things using simple facts: "India bought oil. Prices went down. Russia earned less money."

To reach B2, you need Connectors of Contrast and Result. This is how you show the relationship between two facts. Look at these three patterns from the text:

1. The "Unexpected Result" (Despite / Although)

Instead of saying "Prices were low, but Russia still sold oil," the text uses:

*"...increase its export volumes despite falling prices..."

B2 Secret: Use Despite + [Noun/Ing]. It makes you sound professional and concise.

  • A2: It was raining, but he went out. \rightarrow B2: Despite the rain, he went out.

2. The "Direct Consequence" (Consequently)

Rather than using "so" (which is very basic), the text uses:

*"Consequently, while China remained the biggest buyer..."

B2 Secret: Start a new sentence with Consequently to signal a formal cause-and-effect relationship.

3. The "Comparison Shift" (While)

The text uses While not to mean "at the same time," but to show a contrast between two different subjects:

*"While China remained the biggest buyer... India strengthened its position..."

B2 Secret: Use While [Subject A]..., [Subject B]... to compare two different trends in one sentence.


🚀 Quick Upgrade Summary

A2 WordB2 AlternativeContext from Text
ButDespite...despite falling prices
SoConsequentlyConsequently, while China...
And/ButFurthermoreFurthermore, India acts as...

Vocabulary Learning

significantly (adv.)
In a sufficiently great or important way as to be worthy of attention.
Example:The company's profits increased significantly after the new product launch.
sanctions (n.)
Official orders or laws that stop trade or communication with a particular country as a penalty.
Example:The government imposed economic sanctions to pressure the regime to change its policies.
accounted for (v. phr.)
To form a particular amount or part of something.
Example:Rent and utilities accounted for 40% of the couple's monthly expenses.
revenues (n.)
The total amount of income generated by the sale of goods or services.
Example:The city's tax revenues have fallen due to the economic downturn.
consequently (adv.)
As a result of something that has happened.
Example:He failed to study for the exam; consequently, he received a low grade.
refined (adj.)
Processed to remove impurities, especially in the case of oil or sugar.
Example:Refined petroleum products are more valuable than raw crude oil.
intermediaries (n.)
People or organizations that act as a link between two parties to bring about an agreement.
Example:The trade deal was negotiated through several international intermediaries.
Practice B2 words in a crossword