Asia braces for oil shock with remote work and rationing

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Rising oil prices driven by the Iran-Israel conflict and the Strait of Hormuz disruption trigger emergency energy measures across Asia, from India to Vietnam, including fuel rationing and work-from-home policies to curb demand. Governments scramble to stabilize supplies as airlines raise surcharges and inflation risks rise, with broader economic and strategic implications for China, Japan and the region.
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