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Coal and lignite balance of trade

In 2024, China’s net coal imports rose by 14%, while the EU’s net imports fell by 30%.

Breakdown by country (Mt)

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World

Breakdown by region (2024) - Mt

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Breakdown by energy (2024) - Mtoe

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