Why is this important
Gas transportation agreements directly affect the energy security of the countries in the region and the stability of supply during peak consumption periods. The coordinated operation of gas transportation systems reduces the risks of disruptions and increases the reliability of infrastructure during the autumn-winter season. For Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, this also means strengthening interstate cooperation in a strategically important sector.
What happened
- Kazakhstan’s QazaqGaz and Uzbekistan’s Uztransgaz have signed a contract for gas transportation through Uzbekistan.
- The contract was signed on December 12 by the Acting Chairman of the Board of Uztransgaz, Askar Isakov, and the Chairman of the Board of QazaqGaz, Alibek Jamauov.
- The parties agreed to ensure stable gas transportation and develop cooperation in the field of gas transportation.
Context
- Gas transportation through Uzbekistan’s territory is becoming predictable and regulated within a specific agreement rather than one-time decisions.
- For the region, this means more stable operation of gas transportation routes during periods of increased demand, primarily during the autumn-winter season.
- The agreement is aimed at increasing the reliability of regional gas infrastructure.
- The signing of the document is considered as a basis for the stable passage of the autumn-winter period.
