Switch from Russia to Venezuela crude oil possible? SBI sees $3 bn savings - explained
India could slash its crude import bill by nearly $3 billion annually by strategically shifting from Russian oil to Venezuelan heavy crude. A discount of $10-12 per barrel on Venezuelan oil makes this switch commercially viable, despite longer shipping routes. This potential saving highlights evolving import strategies driven by market dynamics and refining capabilities.
India could slash its crude import bill by nearly $3 billion annually by strategically shifting from Russian oil to Venezuelan heavy crude. A discount of $10-12 per barrel on Venezuelan oil makes this switch commercially viable, despite longer shipping routes. This potential saving highlights evolving import strategies driven by market dynamics and refining capabilities.
