Iraq’s Electricity Minister and a Turkish delegation discussed the goal of doubling energy imports to 600 megawatts. Plans include upgrading the Jezreh-Kesk transmission line and activating a recent memorandum of understanding for energy production projects. Turkey reaffirms its commitment to work swiftly and enhance cooperation, especially in renewable energy initiatives with Iraq.
Iraq’s Electricity Minister, Ziyad Ali Fadhil, met with a Turkish delegation led by Undersecretary of Foreign Affairs, Peris Akinci, to discuss enhancing bilateral energy cooperation. They aim to double energy imports from Turkey to 600 megawatts, requiring rehabilitation of the Jezreh-Kesk transmission line to support the increased capacity. The meeting emphasized the importance of operationalizing a recently signed memorandum of understanding which includes initiating strategic energy production projects and constructing new stations and transmission lines.
The Turkish delegation reaffirmed its commitment to augment energy imports through the interconnection lines, dependent on gaining approvals from the European Union. They expressed a proactive stance in expediting processes necessary for this enhancement. Additionally, Iraq seeks to improve its cooperation with Turkey regarding renewable energy, leveraging Turkey’s advancements as the fifth-ranking nation in Europe in this sector, alongside fostering experience exchanges on standards and smart infrastructure transformation.
The discussions between Iraq and Turkey mark a significant step towards strengthening energy cooperation. Doubling energy imports to 600 megawatts will not only bolster Iraq’s energy supply but also enhance the infrastructure necessary to accommodate this increase. Turkey’s commitment to rapid expansion and cooperation in renewable energy reflects the strategic nature of this partnership, setting a foundation for future developments in both countries’ energy sectors.
Original Source: ina.iq
