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Putin, Xi launch ‘historic’ Russia-China gas pipeline
MOSCOW, Dec 2, 2019 (BSS/AFP) – Russian President Vladimir Putin and
Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Monday launched the first gas pipeline linking
the two countries.
“Today is remarkable, a truly historic event not only for the global energy
market, but first of all for you and us, Russia and China,” Putin said during
a televised ceremony featuring the two leaders.
BSS/AFP/FI/ 1530 hrs