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#Rusia is building a massive 50 billion cubic meter gas pipeline to #china
As Western nations retreat, Russia is shifting its focus eastward, pursuing a major new gas pipeline project with China.
Facing increased sanctions from the West, Russia is ramping up its energy strategy eastward by moving forward with plans for this sprawling pipeline.
Known as Soyuz Vostok or Power of Siberia 2, the pipeline is designed to transport up to 50 billion cubic meters of gas each year across a 598-mile stretch through Mongolia.
This move follows Europe's withdrawal from Russian energy following the invasion of Ukraine, leading Gazprom, Russia's energy giant, to explore new markets for its abundant natural gas reserves.
With 1.42-meter-wide pipes and five key compressor stations, the pipeline marks a significant step in strengthening energy ties between Moscow and Beijing.
It builds on a 30-year agreement from 2014, which led to the completion of the first Power of Siberia pipeline in 2019.
If completed, this new route could redirect gas originally destined for Europe to China, reducing Russia's dependence on Western markets while deepening its strategic alliance with the world's fastest-growing gas consumer.