Putin assures Malaysia of oil, gas supplies for next 20 years, says PM
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has secured a long-term agreement with Russia for the supply of oil, gas, and diesel for the next 20 years. Additionally, Malaysia has gained new access to gas reserves in Turkmenistan to bolster national energy security and increase exports to Asian markets.
Why it matters
This deal highlights Malaysia's strategic efforts to diversify its energy supply chain and strengthen bilateral economic ties with Russia and Central Asian nations amidst global energy volatility.
Share Anwar Ibrahim says his visit to Turkmenistan will also help Malaysia increase exports to major markets such as China, Japan and South Korea. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Russian president Vladimir Putin had assured Malaysia of a long-term agreement for the supply of oil, gas and diesel. (AFP pic) KEPALA BATAS : Strategic cooperation with Russia and Turkmenistan will strengthen Malaysia’s energy supply security for decades, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said. He said Russian president Vladimir Putin had assured Malaysia of a long-term agreement for the supply of oil, gas and diesel for at least 20 years.
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