Energy policy of the European Union in Central Asia
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Keywords:
energy policy, Energy Charter Treaty, Baku Initiative, supplies of gas, Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline,Abstract
Energy policy is seen as a factor in sustainable community development in this article. The EU and Central Asia share a paramount interest in enhancing Energy Security as an important aspect of global security. There is a common interest in diversifying export routes, demand and supply structures, energy sources. The 2004 Baku Initiative’s description and its role in a multilateral policy dialogue is also highlighted in the article. It is paid attention to the legal side of the issue and to the main legal documents: «Memorandum of Understanding on a Strategic Energy Partnership» signed between the European Commission and Turkmen government; «The EU Energy Policy: Engaging with Partners beyond Our Borders». The policy document, which called Europe 2020 aims to provide a framework for a «strong and ambitious» energy policy.References
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Исова, Л. Т., & Сарыева, Б. С. (2016). Energy policy of the European Union in Central Asia. International Relations and International Law Journal, 71(3). Retrieved from https://bulletin-ir-law.kaznu.kz/index.php/1-mo/article/view/336
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