India openly admits purchasing oil from Iran and denies payment obstacles
On April 4, India's Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas stated in a release that India is buying crude oil from countries including Iran to address the current energy crisis, and denied that payment obstacles are hindering such purchases.
"In the context of disrupted Middle East supplies, Indian refineries have secured their crude oil requirements, including crude from Iran," the department said on the social media platform X, "contrary to circulating rumors, there are no payment barriers affecting Iranian crude imports."
The statement noted that India imports crude oil from over 40 countries, and companies can flexibly choose sources based on commercial considerations.
The statement refuted reports claiming that an Iranian crude oil vessel changed course from India's Vadinar port due to payment issues, adding that destination information is often merely indicative. "Bill of lading typically lists only the expected discharge port, but maritime cargo destinations may be altered en route for trade optimization and operational flexibility."
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