Shifting Energy Alliances

This chapter explores the significant transition in gas supply from Russia to China, driven by new pipelines and the severing of Europe’s ties with Russian energy. It underscores the geopolitical ramifications of this shift, highlighting Europe's diminished energy prospects and rising costs compared to a strengthening Russia-China alliance. The discussion critiques European energy policies while emphasizing the socio-economic impact on countries affected by these changes, such as Mongolia.