Russia Warns Armenia of Gas Supply Challenges Amid Market Constraints
Russian deputy PM warns Armenia of potential problems with gas supplies

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Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk cautioned Armenia about potential gas supply issues, emphasizing that Armenia relies solely on Russian gas. He highlighted the complexities of sourcing gas, including export duties and market prices, as Europe continues to purchase Russian gas.
- 01Armenia has no alternative gas suppliers other than Russia, according to Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk.
- 02Overchuk stated that Armenia's gas supply situation could become very difficult if not managed properly.
- 03He noted that Europe continues to buy Russian gas, which affects Armenia's options for sourcing gas.
- 04The existing 30% export duty on Russian gas and market pricing will impact Armenia's gas costs.
- 05Intermediaries will also demand a portion of the revenue from gas transactions.
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On May 31, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk issued a warning to Armenia regarding potential difficulties with its gas supplies, stressing that Armenia has no alternative sources of gas apart from Russia. In an interview with Vesti television, Overchuk stated, "We know the situation on the gas market very well. It (Armenia) will never have any other gas than Russia’s." He raised concerns about how Armenia would procure Russian gas and the intermediaries involved in the process. Overchuk pointed out that Europe continues to purchase Russian gas, which complicates Armenia's situation. He suggested that Armenia should consider the geographical layout of existing pipelines to understand its gas supply options better. Furthermore, he highlighted that the 30% export duty on Russian gas, coupled with market pricing and the demands of intermediaries, would significantly affect the costs for Armenia. Overchuk expressed a desire for Armenia to avoid a challenging situation regarding its gas supplies, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning in this regard.
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Armenia's reliance on Russian gas could lead to higher costs and supply challenges, affecting consumers and the economy.
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