As Ukraine increasingly takes the war to Russia, the effects may be most visible on the roads.
The cost of the fuel, used in farm machinery, trucks and other heavy equipment, has surged because of the war in Iran and Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries.
The Iran war is pushing countries to prioritize domestic energy in order to protect themselves from volatile oil and natural gas markets.
The price of jet fuel and diesel has surged since the war in Iran began, which could force airlines and trucking companies to pass on higher costs to their customers.
The Chinese leader met with Viktor Orban, the Hungarian prime minister, one of China’s most fervent admirers and protectors in Europe.
Ursula Von der Leyen, the European Commission president, pushed Beijing to help rein in Russia’s war in Ukraine after meeting with the Chinese and French leaders in Paris.
Readers discuss a guest essay that argued they are both. Also: College roommates; tech in school; truths about Russia; water and politics.
The country’s trade with Russia this year has exceeded $200 billion, and makers of cars and trucks are the big winners.
Plus a road trip in Mongolia.
Also, the nostalgic craft of miniatures in China.
Plus, Australian efforts to break with China on lithium.
Also, a dim outlook for Cambodia’s opposition.
The oil industry enjoyed record profits in 2022 after Russia invaded Ukraine, but the prices of oil and natural gas have fallen sharply in recent months.
Also, U.S. proposals to revolutionize the auto industry.
President Biden and the European Commission president are set to discuss how to effectively counter Russia and a potential trade deal for electric vehicles.
Showing a united front during a state visit, President Biden and President Emmanuel Macron of France affirmed their support for Ukraine ahead of a cold winter that will test the alliance.
The president’s “Made in America” plan has drawn accusations of protectionism from Europe as the United States tries to keep its Western allies aligned against Russia.
The automaker is struggling with supply chain problems and wrote off its investment in a self-driving technology business.
Plus Chileans vote on a new constitution and rickshaws lead India’s electric vehicle transition.
El dinero no puede comprar admiración, pero sí puede comprar poder político.