TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, April 9. Uzbekneftegaz
and China’s Tapline have discussed prospects for bilateral
cooperation in gas transportation infrastructure, Trend reports via the Uzbek
company.


The issue was reviewed during a meeting between Chairman of the
Board of Uzbekneftegaz Abdulgani Sanginov and Chairman of the Board
of Directors of Tapline Zhong Fan.


Particular attention was given to the operations of the joint
venture Asia Trans Gas, established in 2008.


The parties noted that the joint venture has ensured stable and
reliable transportation of natural gas through three strings of the
main gas pipeline running across Uzbekistan’s territory. The
cooperation between the sides was described as demonstrating steady
positive momentum and delivering practical results.







Following the meeting, the sides reaffirmed their mutual
interest in further strengthening the partnership and expressed
readiness to continue cooperation within the framework of ongoing
joint projects.


China’s Tapline is engaged in the development and operation of
gas transportation infrastructure, including cross-border pipeline
projects, with a focus on expanding regional connectivity.