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China-Russia partnership questioned over economic inequality

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The relationship between China and Russia, while described as a comprehensive strategic partnership, is questioned for its equality due to significant economic disparities. China is Russia's largest trading partner, but Russia constitutes a small fraction of China's foreign trade. This imbalance has grown since 2014, particularly after Russia's annexation of Crimea and subsequent EU sanctions, leading Russia to rely more heavily on China for energy exports through deals like the 30-year, $400 billion natural gas agreement. AI

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China-Russia partnership questioned over economic inequality

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