The Russian Far East: China’s New Resource Frontier—And the Looming Threats Introduction: A Pivotal but Perilous Partnership The Russian Far East, a vast and sparsely populated region rich in farmland, oil, gas, and minerals, is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of Sino-Russian economic cooperation. As Western sanctions squeeze Moscow and Beijing seeks food and energy security, the two nations are deepening ties here—but not without risks. This blog post explores: How China is expanding its footprint in the Russian Far East. Why this partnership is reshaping global trade and geopolitics. The major threats that could derail it—from Arctic competition to sanctions evasion cracks. 1. China’s Growing Dominance in the Russian Far East A. Investments and Key Sectors China has poured over $10 billion into the region, focusing on: Agriculture (1+ million hectares of farmland leased, mainly for soybeans, wheat, and corn). Energy (Arctic LNG, oil pipe...