Tanker rates spike as supply tightens on new US sanctions vs Russia

India and China seek other crude oil sources, expanding demand

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India is among the countries seeking to move away from buying Russian crude oil. (Phoenix Tankers)

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TOKYO -- Rates for very large crude carriers, or VLCCs, are spiking as tighter U.S. sanctions on Russian crude oil have prompted India and China to shift to other sources.

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