Russian President Vladimir Putin’s attempt to use Gazprom as a geopolitical tool against the European Union (EU) has backfired. After threatening to cut off gas supply to Europe, Putin is now scrambling to find new markets for Gazprom, with China being his main focus. However, finding new markets is proving to be a challenge for Russia.The EU’s heavy sanctions on Moscow have caused Russia’s share in the European gas market to plummet. Gazprom is expected to permanently lose 65-75% of its previous share in the EU market. In 2022, Russia’s share of natural gas imports into the EU from non-EU nations decreased significantly, and in 2023, it has fallen even further.Meanwhile, China is Moscow’s largest foreign market, and Putin is hoping to convince Chinese President Xi Jinping to increase gas imports from Russia. However, China is not showing the same sense of urgency as Europe, and even if all projects reach full capacity, China can only replace two-thirds of the volumes previously flowing to Europe. Additionally, China is likely to expect lower gas prices from Russia.Gazprom now finds itself challenging as it adapts to shifting global energy dynamics. The company’s fortunes have dwindled, posing challenges for both Russia and Putin. The future of Gazprom’s international operations remains uncertain.In conclusion, Russia’s attempt to use Gazprom as a geopolitical tool has faced significant setbacks. The company’s reliance on the European gas market has been severely impacted by EU sanctions, and China’s response has not been as favorable as hoped. The challenges faced by Gazprom highlight the uncertainties in the global energy landscape and the need for Russia to adapt its strategies accordingly.
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| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Geography | Europe |
| Countries | 🇺🇦 🇨🇳 🇳🇴 🇩🇪 🇺🇸 |
| Sentiment | negative |
| Relevance Score | 1 |
| People | Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping |
| Companies | Gazprom, BCS World of Investments, United States, Statista, Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation, Eurostat, China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) |
| Currencies | None |
| Securities | None |
