Iraq is discussing with Turkey plans to double its energy imports to 600 megawatts. A meeting between Iraqi officials and a Turkish delegation focused on technical cooperation and the rehabilitation of transmission lines. The discussions also highlighted the importance of renewable energy and strategic energy projects agreed upon in a recent memorandum between the countries.
Iraqi Electricity Minister Ziyad Ali Fadhil met with a Turkish delegation led by Undersecretary of Foreign Affairs Peris Akinci to discuss enhancing energy imports. The goal is to double the current energy import level from Turkey from 300 megawatts to 600 megawatts. This initiative involves rehabilitating the Jezreh – Kesk transmission line to manage the increased energy flow.
The meeting, described as productive by the Ministry of Electricity, also focused on activating a recent memorandum of understanding between Iraq and Turkey. This agreement aims to establish strategic energy projects, including new power stations and additional transmission lines to support the energy supply.
The Turkish delegation expressed its commitment to improving energy cooperation with Iraq, emphasizing Ankara’s intent to expedite the increase of energy imports to 600 megawatts after obtaining necessary European Union approvals. Furthermore, the Ministry of Electricity aims to collaborate on renewable energy, drawing from Turkey’s experience as a leader in this sector in Europe.
In conclusion, Iraq and Turkey are taking significant steps to enhance their energy cooperation. The proposed doubling of energy imports and the focus on renewable energy highlight the strategic importance of this relationship. The successful execution of these plans will require alignment with EU regulations and continued collaboration between the two nations.
Original Source: ina.iq
