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China's Uncomfortable Position Between the US and Russia

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  • For China, Russia's invasion of Ukraine portends a bigger role for the yuan, and discounted crude and gas supplies.
  • The Ukraine war also throws new light on China's claim to Taiwan.
  • But China must also tread a careful line with the West, its main trading partner.

The Issue

Topics:
Security Risk , Military Conflict, Oil Supply, Sanctions, Ukraine Crisis
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