International oil prices rose during trading on Tuesday, supported by the growth of Chinese exports more than expected during the expected, which boosted optimism about the Chinese economy, which is a major consumer of crude.
China's dollar-denominated exports increased 25.6% year on year, while imports rose 33.1% in August.
China's crude imports also rose to their highest level in five months, as the country imported 44.53 million metric tons of crude during August.
Brent crude futures for November delivery rose 0.7%, or 53 cents, at $72.75 a barrel, after falling over two days.
US NYMEX crude contracts for October delivery recorded a marginal increase of 0.1% to $69.38 a barrel, compared to the closing of trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, because contracts were not settled yesterday due to American market holiday.
