Discussion on Gas Transit Organization to Uzbekistan between Alexey Miller and Roman Sklyar
Gazprom and Kazakhstan Discuss Cooperation in Gas Transportation and Supplies
On June 29, a working meeting took place between Alexey Miller, Chairman of the Gazprom Management Committee, and Roman Sklyar, First Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan. The meeting aimed to discuss the development of cooperation between the two parties in the field of gas transportation and supplies. The press service of Gazprom reported that the course of cooperation was highly appreciated during the meeting.
One significant point of discussion was the agreement signed in June 2023 between Gazprom and QazaqGaz. This agreement focuses on the transportation of Russian natural gas through Kazakhstan for consumers in Uzbekistan. It was mentioned that the export of Russian gas to Uzbekistan through the territory of Kazakhstan is scheduled to start in the fourth quarter of this year.
The meeting also highlighted the agreement signed at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. The agreement involves the supply of Russian gas to Uzbekistan and the preparation of the republic’s gas transportation system for the transportation process. The Minister of Energy of Uzbekistan, Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, and the Chairman of the Management Board of Gazprom, Alexey Miller, signed the documents, with the participation of Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjayev.
The prospects for cooperation between Gazprom and Kazakhstan in the energy sector were discussed, emphasizing the importance of gas transportation and supplies. The meeting showcased the commitment of both parties to strengthening their partnership in the energy field.
With the increasing demand for natural gas in Uzbekistan, the collaboration between Gazprom and Kazakhstan is expected to have positive implications for the energy sector of both countries. The transportation of Russian gas through Kazakhstan will help meet the energy needs of Uzbekistan and contribute to the overall development of the region.
Overall, the working meeting between Gazprom and Kazakhstan emphasized the significance of cooperation in gas transportation and supplies. The agreement signed between Gazprom and QazaqGaz, as well as the preparations for the transportation of Russian gas to Uzbekistan, demonstrate the commitment of both parties to enhance energy collaboration in the region.
