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Putin: "Russia Will Boost Supplies Of LNG To Other Markets"

POLITICAL RISK

Comments from Russian President Vladimir Putin hitting wires as he continues his Q&A session at the Valdai Discussion Club.

  • On the prospect of LNG supply to Europe via the Nord Stream pipelines, Putin says: "One line of Nord Stream 2 is not damaged," but, "only Germany has to decide on that, Russia may start gas supply via Nord Stream 2."
  • Putin says: "Russia is transiting gas to Europe via Ukraine," and "Russia is paying Ukraine for gas transit," in accordance with its "contract obligations."
  • On the prospect of expanding LNG exports: "We are transparent, ready for cooperation on gas supplies... Russia will boost supplies of LNG, including to other markets."

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