Rosenberg: Putin enjoys Xi's Chinese welcome but heads home without pipeline deal
Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping met in Beijing, showcasing their strategic partnership amid geopolitical tensions. Despite their friendly public demeanor, the two leaders face challenges in aligning their national interests, particularly regarding energy agreements. The anticipated pipeline deal between Russia and China remains unresolved, highlighting the complexities of their relationship.
- ▪Putin and Xi have met over 40 times, emphasizing their strategic cooperation.
- ▪Russia is eager to advance the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline project to supply gas to China.
- ▪China is cautious about over-dependence on Russian fossil fuels, delaying a final agreement on the pipeline.
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Rosenberg: Putin enjoys Xi's Chinese welcome but heads home without pipeline deal15 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSteve RosenbergRussia Editor, MoscowEPAPutin and Xi Jinping have met more than 40 timesFor a moment you could have mistaken Beijing for Moscow.As Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping walked the red carpet towards the Great Hall of the People, a Chinese military band played the romantic Russian classic Moscow Nights."If only you knew how these Moscow Nights are dear to me," goes the refrain.Hidden in the notes, was there a hint of political romance?Even bromance...?"My dear friend," said Putin to Xi."My old friend," said Xi to Putin.It was the language of two leaders who like to show they've built a special relationship.
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