Russian and Ukrainian delegations have reached a preliminary fuel transit settlement after intense negotiations in Berlin as the present contract is ready to run out on the finish of the yr.
“After these very intensive talks I’m very glad to say that we reached an settlement in precept on all key parts, which I imagine is excellent and really optimistic information for Europe, for Russia, for Ukraine, for fuel markets and for residents in all international locations,” European Fee Vice President Maros Sefcovic, who participated within the trilateral assembly, stated throughout a information convention on Thursday.
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Nonetheless, the precise phrases of the deal haven’t been introduced but, as the perimeters are to debate the main points on Friday in Moscow and Kiev earlier than signing. Chatting with reporters, Russian Vitality Minister Alexander Novak famous draft of the protocol is prepared and is now solely ready for approval.
“I hope we are able to quickly come to everlasting preparations,” Novak said.
On Friday, studies claimed that Gazprom must pay the Ukrainian aspect $ three billion, fulfilling the Stockholm courtroom’s ruling.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed on Friday that Russia needs to succeed in a mutually helpful fuel cope with Ukraine.
“That’s our purpose, however [the conditions of the agreement] must be mutually acceptable, with out creating dangers for both aspect,” stated Putin.
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