As global energy markets face turbulence in 2026, China’s strategic planning is paying off big time, according to geopolitical analyst Steven Okun. The CEO of APAC Advisors highlighted to Asia News Weekly how the country’s early pivot to electric vehicles (EVs) and alternative energy is now shielding it from oil price shocks. 🚗⚡
"While others scramble, China’s energy transition started years ahead of the curve," Okun noted, pointing to its ability to mobilize coal reserves as a backup—a flexibility most nations lack. With global oil prices fluctuating wildly this year, the Chinese mainland’s diversified energy mix and deals with suppliers like Iran are keeping its economy humming. 🌏💼
Okun also emphasized China’s geopolitical savvy: By securing stable oil and gas flows through critical routes like the Strait of Hormuz, it’s avoiding the supply chain chaos hitting other regions. For young professionals and investors tracking Asia’s markets, this resilience could mean smarter opportunities in renewables and EVs. 📈🔋
Bottom line? In a world where energy = power, China’s playing 4D chess while others play checkers. 👑♟️
