Putin aide looks to boost Russian shipbuilding ties with China during visit(opens in a new tab)
A Putin aide said Russia could jointly build ice‑class vessels at its shipyards for Chinese shipping in the Arctic.
Russian officials are pursuing new shipbuilding ties with China. During a recent visit, a Putin aide proposed that Russian shipyards jointly build ice‑class vessels for Chinese shipping in the Arctic, as part of Russia’s broader effort to secure maritime cooperation while Western sanctions limit other options.
A Putin aide said Russia could jointly build ice‑class vessels at its shipyards for Chinese shipping in the Arctic.
Russia seeks expanded shipbuilding cooperation with China amid sanctions, exploring Arctic partnership on the Northern Sea Route and maritime security.