Russia Warns Europe It Could Divert Energy Supplies to Asia Instead

Russia begins construction of a major oil pipeline from eastern Siberia to the Pacific on Friday, a project that signals a shift toward Asia and away from Europe.

..Russia’s eastward focus is seen here as designed to send a message to European consumers that if they do not like Russia’s sales terms, Russia can simply redirect exports to China.

..Russian officials are eager to convince potential Asian importers that Siberia has sufficient reserves to cater to the region’s fast-growing energy needs.

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