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China challenges US energy dominance with Russian deals

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China challenges US energy dominance with Russian deals

Prospect of Moscow doubling gas exports to neighbor rattles global industry

An employee checks a gas valve at a compressor station that is part of Gazprom’s Power Of Siberia pipeline near Svobodny, Russia. Moscow and Beijing are looking to move ahead with a sequel to the project. © Reuters

SHOTARO TANI

September 5, 2025 11:06 JST

TOKYO — China is detaching itself further from the U.S. by striking a string of energy deals with Russia, underscoring Beijing’s efforts to erode Washington’s influence in the global market.

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