• About Us
  • Careers
  • Brand Partnerships
TFI Official Merchandise
TFI English
TFI हिन्दी
Monday, July 4, 2022
TFIGlobal
TFIGlobal
Right Arm. Round the World. FAST.
No Result
View All Result
  • Indo-Pacific
  • Americas
  • Indian Subcontinent
  • West Asia
  • Europe
  • Africa
  • Premium
  • Indo-Pacific
  • Americas
  • Indian Subcontinent
  • West Asia
  • Europe
  • Africa
  • Premium
TFIGlobal
TFIGlobal
No Result
View All Result

The Algeria files: China is cushioning itself before Russia lands a shattering punch

Ansh Pandey by Ansh Pandey
May 25, 2022
in Africa, China, Europe, Geopolitics, Russia
Reading Time: 3 mins read
0
The Algeria files: China is cushioning itself before Russia lands a shattering punch
632
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter
Become a Patron!

China was inclining towards NATO and the West’s stance on Russia as it took numerous anti-Russian measures in the last three months. When it realized that Russia is gaining dominance in the war, Xi started damage control.

Jinping knows that Putin has a sharp memory, and he will definitely insult or undermine China after the episode in Ukraine is over. To avert such an outcome, China is sorting ways to avert the situation.

Also Read

Four reasons why Russia withdrew its military from Snake Island

Turkey is trying to carve out a new nation out of Uzbekistan; a policy blunder of epic proportions  

China has now found Algeria to defend its position against Russia. CCP’s influence inside the fuel sector of Algeria is to have upper leverage over Russia.

China cushions itself in Algeria

As per a report by middle east monitor, The Algerian state-owned oil company Sonatrach has signed a contract with a Chinese firm to construct a petrochemical plant in the state of Oran, at an estimated cost of 76 billion Algerian dinars ($542 million).

Algeria To Coordinate National Development Plans With China's Belt And Road Initiative - Silk Road Briefing
(Source: Silk Road Briefing)

This plant will be used in the production of methyl tert-butyl ether, which is added to the fuel to improve its quality and obtain unleaded gasoline. the project is supposed to enable Algeria to save $170 million annually from the import value and export surpluses through the Arzew Oil Port, which is the largest in the country.

Just a few days ago, following Russia’s footsteps, Algeria had threatened to cut off the gas supply to Spain which could have led to a deepening crisis for the EU i.e. an already suffering Bloc under the pressure of soaring gas prices due to the Ukraine war.

With Chinese leverage inside the Algerian fuel sector standing against Russian influence in Algeria due to its long old relations. Xi may use this opportunity to keep himself and his nation away from Russian aggression.

We will explain how!

Read More: Emboldened by Russia, Algeria plans to halt gas supplies to Europe

Gas Trapping Russia

China may use a ‘new gas trapping’ strategy to paralyze Russia and its supplies to Europe. Before Algeria threatened to cut Spain’s supply. It was preparing to increase its supplies to Europe to help in its recovery. Additional gas supplies were planned to be exported through the TransMed pipeline, which connects Algeria and Italy.

Now China is entering the Algerian gas industry which is indeed a trick by China to cut Russian influence. Sinopec is spreading its root deep inside its industry. The Chinese company is dismantling two existing tanks and building a new 150,000 cubic meter capacity tank in a bid to increase supplies.

Europe which is already running in the world for gas supplies will have Algeria as a preferred option as it is close to the Bloc. Furthermore, it has been a supplier to a European nation like Italy. This move will put Russia in a dilemma as it has always held the title of ‘main supplier’ for Europe.

China joins Russia in opposing Nato expansion - BBC News
(Source: BBC)

And trust us, Russia wants to retain the title for holding its grip over the European continent. If Algeria dethrones Russia this will be a major setback for Vladimir Putin.

So, we can speculate China is offering a deal to Russia, leave us alone or we will start slashing your hegemony over European Nations. This move will have two consequences, either Russia will back off or Russia will get more serious to isolate China. How will Russia react, will be an interesting sight to watch.

Read More: China has created a trench between itself and Russia, and it’s going to end badly for China

In the last four months, China has made huge mistakes that have weakened Sino-Russian relations. With Russia turning its attention away from Ukraine following a number of victories, Xi is well aware that Vladimir will seek revenge.

As a result, China has begun to cushion itself before Russia attacks. China’s surge into the Algerian gas business is a warning to Russia to leave it alone and quit ‘bullying’ the country or risk getting dethroned as a key gas supplier.

ALSO WATCH:

Tags: AlgeriaChinaEurope gasNATORussia
ShareTweetSend
Previous Post

How NATO’s loss in Ukraine completely changed the narrative in neighbouring Georgia

Next Post

After losing the Ukraine war, NATO squarely blames the EU

Also Read

Four reasons why Russia withdrew its military from Snake Island

Four reasons why Russia withdrew its military from Snake Island

July 3, 2022
Looks like Canada’s hunt for its own Donald Trump is officially over now

Looks like Canada’s hunt for its own Donald Trump is officially over now

July 3, 2022
Is Olaf Scholz resigning as the German Chancellor? Most probably yes

Is Olaf Scholz resigning as the German Chancellor? Most probably yes

July 3, 2022
Turkey is trying to carve out a new nation out of Uzbekistan; a policy blunder of epic proportions   

Turkey is trying to carve out a new nation out of Uzbekistan; a policy blunder of epic proportions  

July 3, 2022
Load More

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

I agree to the Terms of use and Privacy Policy.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

  • Trending
  • Comments
  • Latest
Zimbabwe inflation

Zimbabwe ditches American Dollar and shifts to gold; more African nations to follow the suit

July 1, 2022
Japan has withdrawn a sizeable chunk of its foreign reserves from the US and a domino effect is on the cards   

Japan has withdrawn a sizeable chunk of its foreign reserves from the US and a domino effect is on the cards  

June 20, 2022
Russia crashes West’s chip infrastructure by turning off Helium and Neon supplies

Russia crashes West’s chip infrastructure by turning off Helium and Neon supplies

June 3, 2022
Algeria Russia

Algeria sends shockwaves in Europe by announcing an ‘extra premium’ on gas supplies

July 2, 2022
Russia hits the goldmine in Uganda

Russia hits the goldmine in Uganda

June 26, 2022
Russia hits the goldmine in Uganda

Russia hits the goldmine in Uganda

Zimbabwe inflation

Zimbabwe ditches American Dollar and shifts to gold; more African nations to follow the suit

China, Kenya, Xi Jinping

China decides to stop investing in Africa because Africans take money and that’s pretty much it

Iran, Gas Supply, erdogan, Russia, Turkey

Iran shuts gas supplies to Turkey after Erdogan’s mindless rant against Russia

Daughter of the Joe Biden

‘Use to shower with Dad,’ Biden’s daughter’s scandal makes Hunter look like a saint

Four reasons why Russia withdrew its military from Snake Island

Four reasons why Russia withdrew its military from Snake Island

July 3, 2022
Looks like Canada’s hunt for its own Donald Trump is officially over now

Looks like Canada’s hunt for its own Donald Trump is officially over now

July 3, 2022
Is Olaf Scholz resigning as the German Chancellor? Most probably yes

Is Olaf Scholz resigning as the German Chancellor? Most probably yes

July 3, 2022
Iran could become the immediate reason for a break-up between the US and Europe

Iran could become the immediate reason for a break-up between the US and Europe

July 3, 2022
Turkey is trying to carve out a new nation out of Uzbekistan; a policy blunder of epic proportions   

Turkey is trying to carve out a new nation out of Uzbekistan; a policy blunder of epic proportions  

July 3, 2022
Youtube Twitter Facebook
TFIGlobal
  • About us
  • Contact Us
  • Terms of use
  • Privacy Policy

©2022 - TFI MEDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

No Result
View All Result
  • Indo-Pacific
  • Americas
  • Indian Subcontinent
  • West Asia
  • Europe
  • Africa
  • Premium

©2022 - TFI MEDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In

Add New Playlist

Follow us on Twitter

and never miss an insightful take by the TFIGlobal team

Follow @tfiglobal
This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. View our Privacy and Cookie Policy.