China bought half of Brazil's oil exports as Iran war shut Hormuz, driving sales to record

China bought half of Brazil's oil exports after the Iran war disrupted the Hormuz Strait, leading to a record increase in oil sales. This surge in oil sales drove trade between Brazil and China to a record US$143 billion in the first nine months of the year. The resulting boost in trade has significant implications for the global economy, as it highlights the importance of alternative oil suppliers and the growing economic ties between Brazil and China.

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China's increased demand for Brazilian oil has driven sales to a record high. This surge in demand is due to the war on Iran, which has shut down the Hormuz Strait and disrupted global oil supplies.

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