Japan's METI says Japan is to release 5.8mln kL of national oil reserves, starting May 1st
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Japan's METI says Japan is to release 5.8mln kL of national oil reserves, starting May 1st
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Japan's decision to release 5.8 million kiloliters of national oil reserves can be seen as a response to current supply pressures or price dynamics in the oil market. This strategic move may ease short-term supply concerns and potentially moderate rising oil prices, making it significant for both regional and global energy markets.
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