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flag China’s growing economic support for Russia, including oil exports and dual-use tech, fuels Moscow’s war effort and frustrates Europe, despite sanctions and diplomatic pressure.

flag As Ukraine’s war enters its fifth year, Europe is increasingly frustrated by China’s deepening economic and technological support for Russia, which has become crucial to Moscow’s war effort. flag While China has not provided direct military aid, it now accounts for over 40% of Russia’s oil exports, supplies dual-use goods like microelectronics, and facilitates trade in rubles and yuan, helping Russia evade Western sanctions. flag Despite expanded EU sanctions and diplomatic pressure, enforcement gaps limit impact, and strong trade ties—$785 billion in 2024—keep Europe cautious about escalating measures. flag European officials say Beijing’s strategy benefits from diverting European focus from Asia, with minimal economic fallout so far, leaving leaders struggling to balance economic interests with strategic goals.

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