[Russia]: Message for Turkey

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RUSSIAN FEDERATION​

Dear Minister Alparslan Bayraktar,

The Government of the Russian Federation sends our best wishes to the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources of the Republic of Türkiye and has the honor to recall the recent exchange between His Excellency President Vladimir Putin and His Excellency President Abdullah Gül, during which both leaders emphasized the strategic importance of deepening bilateral energy cooperation.

In light of this high-level understanding, the Russian Federation wishes to formally propose the initiation of a joint strategic infrastructure project of which the construction of a direct gas pipeline linking the Russian Federation and the Republic of Türkiye.

The proposed project, as discussed by our Presidents, would.
- Secure a reliable and long-term supply of natural gas to Türkiye while strengthening Russia’s role as a trusted energy partner.
- Enhance regional integration, positioning our two countries as pivotal contributors to Eurasian stability and economic growth.
- Generate shared opportunities for investment, technology exchange, and job creation across both nations.
- Stand as a visible testament to the shared vision for prosperity and cooperation expressed at the highest level.

The Russian Federation is prepared to convene a joint working group of experts under the guidance of our respective energy ministries to define the technical, financial, and regulatory parameters of the project. We would welcome the Ministry’s attendance in Moscow to discuss the parameters of such a project.

Kind Regards,
Alexander Novak
Deputy Prime Minister for Economy and Fuel-Energy
Russian Federation

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[Recipient]: Deputy Prime Minister for Economy and Fuel-Energy < Zak >[Sender]: Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Türkiye < AEBayraktar@tr.gov > [Subject]: [/B]Confidential // Proposed Energy Pipeline

Your Excellency, The Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources of the Republic of Türkiye welcomes the proposal for the initiation of a direct gas pipeline linking our two countries. We recognize the strategic value of such a project in securing reliable long-term energy supplies, advancing regional integration, and creating new opportunities for mutual prosperity. Türkiye attaches particular importance to projects that reinforce the stability of Eurasia, strengthen ties of interdependence, and reflect the enduring partnership between Ankara and Moscow. In light of the importance of this initiative, we concur with your proposal to establish a joint working group under the guidance of our respective ministries. This mechanism will provide the necessary framework for technical, financial, and regulatory discussions. I would be pleased to dispatch a delegation of senior officials and experts from my Ministry to Moscow at a mutually convenient date, in order to commence substantive consultations. Türkiye looks forward to working closely with the Russian Federation in the spirit of trust and cooperation expressed by our Presidents. It is our firm belief that this endeavor will serve not only the long-term interests of our nations, but also the broader cause of stability and economic growth in our shared neighborhood. Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration. Respectfully, Alparslan Bayraktar Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Republic of Türkiye