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AI-generatedThe Putin-Xi meeting strengthens energy cooperation between Russia and China, with focus on the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline. This could increase Russian gas exports to China, reducing Europe's energy leverage and potentially lowering Asian gas prices. The channel is regulatory/geopolitical, impacting global gas trade flows. Winners: Russian gas producers (Gazprom), Chinese importers. Losers: European gas buyers facing reduced supply diversification.
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- Putin arrived in Beijing on May 20, 2026, for talks with Xi Jinping.
- Discussions expected on Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline.
- Russia relies heavily on China for oil sales amid Western sanctions.
- Meeting follows US President Trump's visit with no significant agreements.
Emerging market currencies are expected to remain flat in the short term following the Putin-Xi meeting; no immediate policy changes. Key risk: geopolitical cooperation alone may not boost sentiment.
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