Baku, Azerbaijan, April 4. Given the importance
of diversification and energy security for the Western Balkans,
North Macedonia will propose exploring the creation of a regional
coordination platform for gas supply among Southeast European
countries, North Macedonian Minister of Energy, Mining and Minerals
Sanja Bozinovska said in an exclusive interview with Trend on the occasion of the Southern Gas
Corridor Advisory Council’s meeting in Baku.
“This initiative aims to enhance regional energy security and
optimize transportation and supply capacities through better
synchronization of infrastructure projects. North Macedonia will
advocate for the implementation of projects that enable greater gas
utilization, both in electricity production and across industrial
and residential sectors,” she said.
The minister noted that North Macedonia recognizes the Southern
Gas Corridor as a strategically significant initiative for ensuring
energy security, stability, and diversification of natural gas
supply in Europe.
“As a country actively expanding its gas infrastructure and
integrating with regional and European gas networks, North
Macedonia has a clear vision for supporting the continued
development of this initiative. Through infrastructure investments,
long-term agreements, regional cooperation, and support for the
energy transition, the country aims to contribute to the creation
of a stable, secure, and sustainable energy market in the interest
of both the region and the broader European community,” said
Bozinovska.