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Siberia’s lakes, notably Lake Baikal—the world's largest freshwater reservoir—hold immense appeal for China, facing severe shortages of drinking water. Additionally, Siberian oil and natural gas are vital to support China’s growing energy demands, particularly as the nation prepares for potential conflicts over Taiwan. The existence of pipelines and the possibility of new energy corridors mean that control over these resources could significantly shift regional power dynamics.