Group 1 - The article discusses the ongoing trade between China and Russia, highlighting that China has been purchasing significant amounts of Russian oil and gas resources, similar to India, despite accusations from Western countries of "funding" Russia's aggression in Ukraine [2][5] - The U.S. has recently imposed strict sanctions on India, citing its purchase of Russian oil and gas as a reason, while indicating that similar sanctions against China are unlikely in the near term due to the complexity of U.S.-China relations [5][7] - The U.S. Vice President mentioned that China's situation is "more complicated," suggesting that imposing tariffs on China could have broader implications beyond the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and that India's purchases are primarily for re-export profit [5][7] Group 2 - The article implies that the U.S. is cautious in its approach towards China, recognizing that retaliatory measures could lead to significant repercussions for the U.S. economy, indicating a power dynamic where the U.S. is hesitant to act against China [7] - It emphasizes that China's actions in purchasing Russian resources are viewed as a matter of national sovereignty and normal trade under international law, contrasting with the narrative pushed by Western countries [7]