Russia, China and Kazakhstan are also interested in transporting gas through Kazakh territory. This is reported by TASS, citing a source.
“Yes, absolutely. They [Казахстан] as a transit country they are interested in this. In addition, they have their own gas fields in the Caspian Sea. And, of course, they would like to expand the markets for the export of their resources, in which we, as partners, will cooperate.” – said the source.
Former Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexander Novak reported that Russia and China are now considering a new gas route through Kazakhstan for 35 billion cubic meters. metro.
In May, Kazakhstan’s ambassador to Russia Dauren Abaev He also noted that the volume of Russian gas transit to China through the territory of Kazakhstan is planned at about 35 billion cubic meters. m per year.