Russia exported approximately 2.1 million barrels per day (bpd) of crude oil to India in May, retaining its position as the country's largest supplier, according to an OPEC report cited by TASS.
The data confirms that Moscow remains the dominant source for both India and China during the month, sustaining the high-volume trade corridors established in previous quarters.
93 million bpd in June, fueled by a surge in Russian purchases.
The figures highlight the structural shift in global energy flows, with Asian refiners continuing to absorb significant volumes of Russian crude.
This trade dynamic has become a central feature of the shipping-trade landscape, driven by discounted pricing and established logistical networks that bypass traditional Western sanctions frameworks.
Context from recent Handelsavisen coverage indicates that India's total crude imports hit a record 4.93 million bpd in June, fueled by a surge in Russian purchases.
The May data aligns with this trend, showing that the volume of Russian oil flowing into India has stabilized at elevated levels rather than receding.