China July 2026 Natural Gas Imports Fall 13% YoY to 13.43 bcm

China's natural gas imports dropped 13% year-on-year in July 2026 to 13.43 bcm, per customs data. The decline suggests softer industrial demand or higher domestic output, but the underlying driver is unclear. This matters as China is the world's largest gas importer, and reduced purchases could pressure global LNG prices.