WSJ: The leader Xi Jinping once called his ‘role model’ is now Beijing’s supplicant, and China is making Putin wait for the gas deal Moscow badly needs
Analysis of shifting power dynamics between Beijing and Moscow highlights a cooling relationship as China secures leverage over Russia’s gas exports.
What happened
China is exerting pressure on Russia regarding a new gas deal, with reports suggesting Beijing is stalling negotiations. This shift indicates a departure from the previously stated dynamic where Vladimir Putin served as a role model for Xi Jinping.
Coverage from the Wall Street Journal, Livemint, Hindustan Times, United24 Media, Meduza, and Meža emphasizes that the current geopolitical environment has relegated Russia to the position of a junior partner. Outlets highlight that Beijing is now managing the relationship to reflect Russia's increasing economic dependence on China.
Future reports will track whether a gas agreement is finalized under Beijing's terms. Analysts are also monitoring how these developments align with China's reported preparations for a post-Putin Russia.
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Who reported it (6)
- Putin was Xi’s role model. Now he’s the junior partner. livemint.com · 47d ago
- China pushes Russia to accept cheaper gas deal, exposing growing dependence Межа. Новини України. · 47d ago
- Putin Was Xi’s Role Model. Now He’s the Junior Partner. Hindustan Times · 47d ago
- How China Is Already Preparing for a Post-Putin Russia UNITED24 Media · 47d ago
- How Xi Went From Admiring Putin to Managing Him WSJ · 47d ago
- WSJ: The leader Xi Jinping once called his ‘role model’ is now Beijing’s supplicant, and China is making Putin wait for the gas deal Moscow badly needs Meduza · 47d ago
Questions people are asking
What is the current status of the Russia-China gas deal?
Coverage indicates that China is making Russia wait for a gas deal, pushing for more favorable terms due to Russia's dependence on Beijing.
How has the relationship between Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin changed?
Reports state that the dynamic has shifted from Xi viewing Putin as a role model to the two functioning as a junior partner relationship managed by Beijing.
Is China preparing for a change in Russian leadership?
United24 Media indicates that China is already preparing for a post-Putin Russia, though specific details on these preparations remain limited.
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