According to a report in Britain's “Financial Times”, as the average retail price of diesel across the US soared to historic highs and threatened the midterm elections, US President Trump held urgent discussions with advisors to discuss whether to implement a ban on diesel exports. Industry groups warned that although the export ban may depress domestic diesel prices in the short term, it may also trigger a sharp rise in other fuel prices and exacerbate global energy shortages. The report pointed out that US government officials have issued early warnings to foreign allies about potential disruptions to future fuel supplies. White House aides have submitted various policy options to the president, including restrictions on international diesel sales. Currently, relevant officials are still evaluating all plans, and have yet to make a final decision on whether to suspend exports.

According to a report in Britain's “Financial Times”, as the average retail price of diesel across the US soared to historic highs and threatened the midterm elections, US President Trump held urgent discussions with advisors to discuss whether to implement a ban on diesel exports. Industry groups warned that although the export ban may depress domestic diesel prices in the short term, it may also trigger a sharp rise in other fuel prices and exacerbate global energy shortages. The report pointed out that US government officials have issued early warnings to foreign allies about potential disruptions to future fuel supplies. White House aides have submitted various policy options to the president, including restrictions on international diesel sales. Currently, relevant officials are still evaluating all plans, and have yet to make a final decision on whether to suspend exports.