Minister Bayraktar Declares Turkey’s Independence in Gas Usage
Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar recently made a groundbreaking statement regarding Turkey’s energy independence. During the AK Party Trabzon 8th Ordinary Provincial Congress, he emphasized the significant progress that Turkey has made in the energy sector under the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Bayraktar highlighted the remarkable growth in Turkey’s energy sector, stating that the country’s installed electrical power has increased from 30 thousand megawatts to 115 thousand megawatts. He also emphasized the importance of utilizing Turkey’s own natural resources to meet the energy needs of the population.
One of the key achievements mentioned by Bayraktar is the discovery of 710 billion cubic meters of natural gas in the Sakarya Gas Field in the Black Sea in 2020. This significant discovery has allowed Turkey to become more self-sufficient in terms of energy production.
Bayraktar also touched upon the importance of continuing to explore and produce oil in regions like Gabar, emphasizing Turkey’s commitment to energy independence. He highlighted the ongoing efforts to search for oil and natural gas in various regions, including the Black Sea and the Blue Homeland.
Despite facing challenges and opposition, Bayraktar expressed confidence in Turkey’s ability to become energy-independent and strengthen its economy through domestic energy production. He emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting the energy sector, including providing subsidies for natural gas and electricity bills.
In conclusion, Bayraktar highlighted the government’s ambitious plans for the future, including the commissioning of nuclear power plants and meeting a significant portion of Turkey’s energy needs through domestic sources. He called for unity and support to ensure that Turkey continues to thrive and achieve energy independence in the years to come.
