Loading ...Yep it is changing and some of that oil buying is going to move to the US in US dinero. Heads up Texas and Alaska.
Japan now going to buy oil from the US
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As of April 2026, Japan is actively importing U.S. crude oil and planning increased purchases to secure energy supplies as Middle East alternatives become necessary due to Strait of Hormuz disruptions. This shift involves rising imports from Texas, a major $36B investment in U.S. oil/gas projects, and potential Alaskan production to bypass high-risk maritime routes.
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Key Details on Japan-US Oil Relations:
- Arrival of Supplies: The first shipment of alternative U.S. crude arrived in Japan on April 26, 2026, intended for refineries.
- Increased Volume: Japan’s crude oil imports from the U.S. are expected to quadruple year-on-year in May 2026, as reported by News On Japan.
- Strategic Shift: This move reduces reliance on the Middle East, with plans to secure 60% of May’s required oil from alternative sources including the U.S..
- Investments: Japan has committed to significant, long-term energy investment in the U.S., including projects in Alaska.
- Emergency Measures: Due to tightening supply, Japan is utilizing national reserves and increasing imports from the U.S. to ensure stability.
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