COOPERATION BETWEEN CHINA, RUSSIA AND CENTRAL ASIAN COUNTRIES IN THE NATURAL GAS SECTOR

The purpose of this research is to analyze the background, development and impact of cooperation between China, Russia and Central Asian countries in the field of natural gas, and to propose suggestions for enhancing the effectiveness of mutually beneficial relations. The methods used in this research consist of induction and deduction method, data comparison and detailing analyzation. The graphical flowchart reflects the potential results of the proposed optimization of the Central Asian gas export strategy. The results of the research indicate the Central Asia has great potential for exporting gas to China, but also faces a series of challenges. The risks of exporting Central Asian gas to China are mainly about the construction and maintenance of transnational gas pipelines, huge capital investments and strong competition in this direction. Cooperation between China, Russia and Central Asia can significantly increase the export potential of Central Asian gas and reduce the risk of uncertainty. According to the research, Central Asian countries can reduce supply risks and take the initiative in geopolitical relations by expanding their natural gas export potential. Modernizing and maximizing the potential of Central Asian gas exports to China can be achieved through cooperation with Russia to increase throughput and supply.