Tracking the ships delivering sanctioned Russian LNG to China

France 24Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:43:45 PM
Tracking the ships delivering sanctioned Russian LNG to China
  • Since late August 2025, China has received at least 24 liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments from two sanctioned Russian facilities, Arctic LNG 2 and Portovaya, highlighting a significant increase in energy cooperation between the two nations amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
  • This development is crucial for Russia as it seeks to bolster its LNG exports to fund its military operations in Ukraine, despite facing international sanctions aimed at curtailing its energy revenue.
  • The situation reflects a broader trend of Russia circumventing sanctions through strategic partnerships, as evidenced by the European Union's recent sanctions on additional vessels linked to Russia's shadow fleet, indicating a persistent challenge in enforcing economic measures against Moscow.
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