# Russia sends 94% of oil exports to friendly countries

https://mins.news/en/item/44978

- TASS, 2026-09-04 07:43 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://tass.com/economy/2182549

> Russia now directs 94% of its oil exports to friendly countries, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said. He said Middle Eastern supply disruptions amid worsening military and political tensions had highlighted Russian companies’ role as reliable providers, while exports to China rose 25% in the first seven months of the year.

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