Xi, Putin Meet to Discuss Gas Pipeline

Russian President Vladimir Putin traveled to Beijing to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, aiming to finalize the Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline project. This project, described as the world's largest and most capital-intensive gas project, has been under discussion for years. The talks come amidst the backdrop of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which has strained Russia's economy, and global energy price fluctuations, with countries seeking energy resilience. The two leaders are expected to discuss the project openly and potentially reach a conclusion this time around.