China is a major energy import powerhouse, its trade deals have significant impact on international energy trade and global energy markets. The purpose of this paper is to explore the role of energy in China’s preferential trade agreements (PTAs) and their impact on Chinese imports of oil, gas and coal.

Visiting Researcher Philipp is a visiting researcher at KAPSARC, working on the economic and policy aspects of energy supply and trade. Philipp’s… Philipp is a visiting researcher at KAPSARC, working on the economic and policy aspects of energy supply and trade. Philipp’s work at KAPSARC includes evaluating the effect of preferential trade agreements on energy flows, analysis of OPEC energy policy and deriving insights related to China’s energy policy and its impact on global markets through modeling energy supply sectors.
Expertise
- International economic relations
- Regional and country studies and policy analysis
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Cost‒Benefit Analysis for Petrochemical Projects
China is a major energy import powerhouse, its trade deals have significant impact on international…
14th May 2023
Chapter 5: China’s energy investment through the lens of the Belt and Road Initiative
China is a major energy import powerhouse, its trade deals have significant impact on international…
1st May 2023