Author: Sun, Peng; Gaoyajun; Mu, Bo

Annotation: This paper provides an in-depth analysis of the profound transformation of global energy geopolitics triggered by the Russia-Ukraine war in 2022, focusing on the historic reorientation of Russia's natural gas export strategy from Europe to the East, particularly toward China. The article systematically examines the Western sanctions resulting from the war, Europe's energy decoupling from Russia, and the "pivot to the East" strategy adopted by Russia in response to the crisis. On this basis, it details the significant progress in Sino-Russian natural gas cooperation, including the expansion of the "Power of Siberia 1" pipeline, the signing of the "Far Eastern Route," and the latest developments and strategic significance of the landmark "Power of Siberia 2" (China-Mongolia-Russia) pipeline project. Furthermore, by exploring cooperative trends in Arctic LNG projects, this paper comprehensively assesses the considerable opportunities and potential challenges facing future Sino-Russian natural gas collaboration, aiming to outline the future prospects of the new energy axis across Eurasia.

Keywords: Russia-Ukraine War; Geopolitics; Sino-Russian Natural Gas Cooperation; Power of Siberia 2; Energy Strategy

Pages in journal: 60 - 64