西方的嗓门越大，中俄生意做得越有劲，能源大动脉今年有望拉满

Core Insights - The natural gas supply from Russia to China has reached a record high, with 4.25 billion cubic meters supplied in July, marking an 11% increase year-on-year [1] - The "Power of Siberia" pipeline, operational since late 2019, is expected to reach its design capacity of 38 billion cubic meters by 2024, with an additional agreement to increase total supply to 44 billion cubic meters [1][2] - The deepening economic ties between China and Russia reflect a shift in their relationship from "politically warm but economically cold" to "politically and economically warm" [2] Natural Gas Supply Dynamics - In July, China imported a total of 7.165 billion cubic meters of natural gas through pipelines from five countries, with Russia being the largest supplier [1] - The actual gas supply through the "Power of Siberia" pipeline is projected to reach 38 billion cubic meters this year, indicating a significant increase from 4.1 billion cubic meters in 2020 [1][2] - The Russian Minister of Economic Development emphasized that no third country can disrupt the cooperation between China and Russia, highlighting the resilience of their trade relationship despite Western sanctions [4] Strategic Cooperation - The increase in natural gas supply is seen as a direct result of strategic mutual trust between China and Russia, with both countries demonstrating strong confidence in their cooperation [4][6] - The ongoing expansion of the energy pipeline signifies a robust and unshakeable new strategic partnership between the two nations, reflecting their commitment to deepening economic ties [6]