Turkmenistan, Ashgabat, May 12 / Trend , G.Hasanov/
Turkmen President Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov noted the "exceptional importance" of planned a joint forum Turkey-European Union in Ashgabat in early June 2009 , said official Turkmen source.
Berdymuhamedov reaffirmed Turkmenistan's constructive dialogue with countries of the European Union, expressed great interest in the partnership, possibilities for recognition by the parties "almost limitless".
The EU is interested in providing direct access to the import of Turkmen gas. Ashgabat previously guaranteed transport to their borders for the EU to 10 billion cubic meters annually, according to the European Commission. Brussels is considering the Nabucco project, which is aimed to diversification of energy sources through the development of Caspian resources.
Vice Prime Minister Tachberdi Tagyev reported on the outcome of the energy forum in Prague, as well as meetings and negotiations, including with leaders of the European Union. It is known that President of the European Commission Jose Manuel Barroso is planning to visit Ashgabat in the near future.
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