China inspection group lays off staff after US sanctions for aiding Iranian oil shipments

Washington has accused firm of inspecting sanctioned tankers

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, right, speaks in the White House. — Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, right, speaks in the White House.Photo: Scanpix

Eric Priante Martin

TradeWinds deputy editorMiami

Published 6 June 2025, 16:07Updated 9 June 2025, 08:26

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