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Article: Energy high on agenda for Putin visit to China
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- October 12, 2009
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Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin landed in China Monday in an effort to bolster energy, political and military ties between the former rival nations turned strategic partners.
Putin was met by Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi Monday evening when he arrived in Beijing for the start of his three-day trip, his first visit to China since becoming prime minister last May.
He is expected to hold talks with Chinese counterpart Premier Wen Jiabao, President Hu Jintao and other leaders.
Among the agreements expected during Putin's visit this week is a possible gas-for-loans deal similar to a $25 billion oil-for-loans deal that was finalized earlier this year, Chinese ...