Event Brief
South Korea to Start Crude Oil Swap with Refiners
Filed: Mar 31, 2026 at 2:06 AM ET
Summary: Local refiners can borrow crude oil from the national reserve and return the same volume later.
WHO: South Korean Ministry
WHAT: Start of crude oil swap program
WHEN: Mar 31, 2026 at 12:02 AM ET
WHERE: South Korea
WHY: To allow local refiners to manage crude oil supply more effectively.
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