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G7 nations had also agreed to “take no measures to restrict the exchange of energy and petroleum products between partner countries”.

This also requires that it be done calmly, in an orderly way, and with respect for both people and property.

So what we've done sends a signal of unity, and this should also help bring world prices down.

The volumes we’re releasing should also add liquidity to the market and bring down prices.