Countries in Asia rely heavily on Middle Eastern oil exports, notably China, which imports 57% of the oil it needs from the region.

LONDON: Asian governments and refiners rushed to assess oil stockpiles as well as alternative shipping routes and supplies as the Iran conflict disrupted shipping in the crucial…

RIYADH: Shipping and logistics across the Middle East were disrupted after major carriers halted routes and ordered vessels to seek shelter following joint US-Israeli attacks on…