US National Security Council spokesman John Kirby urged India to buy Russian oil cheaper than the West’s “ceiling price”. RT.
“As in the past, we hope to continue to see Indian purchases of Russian oil at or below the top price,” Kirby said.
He added that India has the opportunity to make its own choice in purchasing Russian oil.
Vinod Kumar, former CEO of Indian Oil saidThe share of oil from the Russian Federation has increased by 10 times this year compared to the figures of the previous two years, taking a 20% share of the Indian oil import market. According to him, by 2024, the share of Russian raw materials in the total volume of Indian oil imports will increase by 10%, accounting for almost a third (30%) of all foreign supply.