Even Major Energy Exporter Australia Is Vulnerable to Iran War

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Australia, despite being a major energy exporter, faces significant vulnerability to disruptions caused by the ongoing Iran war due to its limited domestic refining capacity. The country's dependence on imported refined fuels exposes it to global supply chain risks stemming from Middle East conflict. The situation illustrates how even resource-rich nations are not immune to geopolitical energy shocks.

As the war in the Middle East enters its third week, Australia — with not much domestic refining left — is showcasing how even major fossil fuel exporters aren’t immune to the widening energy crunch.