Russia, China agree new coal deal for 100 million ton supply: state media
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A former defense official previously told Fox News Digital that Russia and China's energy relationship could provide economic relief in the event of US sanctions.
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"Now, an intergovernmental agreement with the People’s Republic of China is being developed and the figure is 100 million tons," he said. "In the coming years, consumers should receive as much coal as they need."
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