China blocks Power of Siberia 2: Putin allegedly begged with tears

According to Mikhail Krutikhine, expert on Russia's energy market, China is delaying approval for construction of the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, a key energy project for Putin. The Russian leader allegedly begged Beijing with tears in his eyes. The expert assesses that China's approach is clear—politely leading Putin by the nose since the project does not serve their economic interests.