Xi Jinping Urges Pakistan to Improve Security for BRI Projects
Key Takeaways
- Russia and China finalized Power of Siberia 2 pipeline deal for 30 years.
- Xi Jinping urged Pakistan to enhance security for Chinese nationals and BRI projects.
- China is pushing for a Eurasian development bank to mitigate US dollar risks.
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Russia, China deepen gas ties, Power of Siberia 2 pipeline deal.
On September 2, 2025, Russia and China formalized a deal for the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline during President Putin's visit to Beijing, designed for 30 years and 50 billion cubic meters of gas per year. This project, passing through Mongolia, aims to compensate for lost European markets and solidify Beijing as Moscow's key energy client, with talks now focusing on financing and commercial terms.
Xi Jinping urges Pakistan to improve security for BRI projects.
During a meeting at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, Xi Jinping urged Pakistan to enhance security for Chinese nationals and projects related to the Belt and Road Initiative. This follows previous attacks on Chinese personnel, despite Pakistan deploying security forces to protect Chinese interests.
China pushes for development bank to counter US dollar.
China is pushing for a development bank involving 10 Eurasian countries to mitigate risks associated with US dollar-dominated trade. President Xi Jinping emphasized the urgency of establishing this bank for Shanghai Cooperation Organisation members.