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Why are offshore oil fields important to Tanggu’s economy?

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Offshore oil fields in the Bo Hai are vital to the economy of the Tanggu district because they provide the necessary resources to support large-scale oil and chemical enterprises located in the area. These industrial operations are a key component of the broader Tianjin industrial region, which serves as a primary center for manufacturing and commerce in North China.12