Trump Urges China to Boost Petroleum Production to Stabilize Global Supply

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US President Donald Trump called on Xi Jinping to increase refined oil output during a Washington summit this week. A White House fact sheet regarding the state visit indicates Trump requested that China expand its production of petroleum products to address instabilities in the global market.

The appeal comes as the world faces decreasing oil supplies and increasing prices. Trump's request for China to boost production was highlighted as a measure to stabilize supply levels amid current market volatility.

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Trump Urges China to Boost Petroleum Production to Stabilize Global Supply

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