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Japan's pushback against Middle East oil reliance is a symptom of the broader deglobalization and resource nationalism trend. While not directly impacting crypto, it reinforces the narrative that geopolitical instability is persistent, which historically supports Bitcoin's long-term thesis as a non-sovereign asset, but can trigger short-term risk-off moves.

Taiyo Oil Co. advises Japan to continue relying on Middle East crude oil, opposing government diversification efforts triggered by the US-Iran war.