... overly dependent upon natural wealth, but our main European market is quickly becoming less accessible ... ... where to go? Aside, long-term diversification from energy export dependence, Russia has a relatively shorter-term ... ... 2009. M. Mareš and M. Laryš argue that China’s rise is creating a great opportunity ... ... taiga or encircled by canyons – these are not Gazprom friendly areas due to a lack of piping expertise.... ... resolve some of the issues. Also, TNK-BP acquisition by Rosneft naturally resolves some of the long-lasting ...
... case with first foreign visits (See: NTS). Energy was at the forefront of the visit with ... ... hegemony (See: SCMP). Albeit, it is hard to see China not taking the lead regionally and globally ... ... BruneiTimes). Oil discussions were a success, as Rosneft and CNPC signed several agreements; ... ... negotiations have lasted since 2004, when Gazprom signed a cooperation deal with its ... ... Additionally, Russia was unable to play-off Europe against China, due to the latters pressure.... ... brightside Gazprom agreed with China in regards to long-term contracts, thus allowing it to develop ...