Kazakhstan, South Korea Discuss Energy Cooperation

2026-06-09 07:06:09

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 9. Kazakhstan's Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov and South Korea's Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Kim Jung Kwan discussed the development of bilateral energy cooperation, focusing on expanding partnership in key areas of the sector, Trend reports via the Kazakh ministry.

The sides reviewed the current state and future prospects of energy collaboration, confirming mutual interest in further strengthening ties. The parties noted positive dynamics in electricity sector cooperation and ongoing joint investment projects.

Particular attention was given to the modernization of energy infrastructure, the construction of new generation capacities, the deployment of advanced technologies, and the improvement of power supply reliability. The discussions also covered cooperation in clean energy, including renewable and alternative energy sources, as well as technology exchange aimed at supporting sustainable development goals.

The two ministers reaffirmed their readiness to continue joint efforts on mutually beneficial projects aimed at strengthening energy security, advancing technological development and deepening economic ties between Kazakhstan and South Korea.

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