BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 2. Prospects for
expanding energy cooperation were discussed between Azerbaijan and
Ukraine, the Azerbaijani Ministry of Energy told Trend.
The discussion took place during a meeting held between
Azerbaijan’s Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov and First Deputy
Prime Minister and Energy Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal.
The meeting emphasized that the friendly and cooperative
relations between Azerbaijan and Ukraine have a long history. It
was noted that the Joint Intergovernmental Commission has expanded
cooperation in energy, economy, and other areas.
Humanitarian cooperation and Azerbaijan’s support to Ukraine
were also highly appreciated during the meeting. The Ukrainian side
noted that humanitarian aid and support in the energy sector are of
particular importance for the country.
Energy security issues and opportunities for expanding energy
cooperation between the two countries were discussed at the
meeting. It was considered appropriate to establish working groups
on potential areas.
