Russia-China economic ties are intensifying as President Vladimir Putin visits Beijing to deepen strategic cooperation with Xi Jinping, highlighting Moscow’s growing reliance on China.

Following the exit of Western companies after Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Chinese firms are reshaping Russia's industrial sector, especially the automotive industry, where brands like Moskvich now depend heavily on Chinese technology and production.

Trade between the two nations remains substantial, driven largely by oil, gas, and raw material exports, though it recently declined due to falling commodity prices.

As China strengthens its role as Russia's top energy buyer and considers projects like the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline, the balance of power is shifting, with Beijing holding greater leverage in this evolving geopolitical and economic partnership.

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