Ukraine: resumption of energy cooperation with Turkmenistan requires new approaches

One of the key issues in Ukraine-Turkmenistan bilateral relations is the resumption of cooperation in the energy sector, which requires new approaches, new models and proposals, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to Turkmenistan Viktor Maiko has said. He noted that Turkmenistan had been the only supplier of natural gas to Ukraine until 2006. But…

Lithuania: firms losing business amid row with Beijing

Amid diplomatic tensions between Vilnius and Beijing, Chinese companies are cancelling contracts with Lithuanian businesses. Export advisers suggest expanding trade with Taiwan, but companies fear it would not be an adequate substitute for Chinese markets. Despite the pandemic, the dairy processor Vilkyskiu Pienine has seen its exports and annual turnover increase. “People can be without…

Georgia: onion import down in January-July 2021

Georgia imported 17,400 tons of onions worth $5.3 million from January trough July, the National Statistical Office of Georgia reported. Most of the imports during this period fell on Turkey – 14,500 tons of onions for $4.4 million. Georgia has reduced imports of onions by 14.7% (20,4 00 tons for $6.7 million). (Trend/Business World Magazine)