Russia's Base Metal Sales to China Surge Amid Economic Shifts

Russia is selling a lot more aluminum, copper, and nickel to China.

This is because Russia's trade with Europe has slowed down.

China has become a major buyer of these metals, with sales increasing significantly in early 2025.

This shift is due to international sanctions and trade changes after 2022.

While some Russian companies can still sell, there are new rules about where they can sell their metals.

This surge also includes the clearing of stored metals because of problems with shipping.

This means Russia relies heavily on China for its economy, as its trade with Europe has been restricted.