Port Sudan: Minister of Oil and Energy Mohi-Eddin Naeem has affirmed the strength of Sudanese-Russian relations, particularly in the fields of oil and gas industry. This declaration was made during his chairmanship of the meeting of the joint technical committee on Monday in the hall of the Ministry of Oil in Portsudan. The meeting, attended by the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Sudan, Mr. Andrey Chernov, was held under the theme “Oil Exploration in the Upstream: Commercial Opportunities and Framework for Project Development.” The event is a continuation of the Minister’s visit to Moscow last November, which culminated in agreements with major Russian oil companies to collaborate as strategic partners in exploring, discovering, and transporting oil in Sudan.
According to Sudan News Agency, the Minister expressed optimism that the meeting would conclude with the signing of a memorandum of understanding to reinforce and document the practical outcomes of the discussions. The Head of the Russian delegation, Viktor Chemodanov, praised the enduring partnership between Sudan and Russia, highlighting the extensive collaboration in the oil sector. He noted that the delegation had reviewed proposed projects and was prepared for field visits to initiate the necessary procedures. The delegation includes several prominent Russian companies involved in oil and gas exploration, extraction, transportation via pipelines, and pipe maintenance, known for their experience and global reputation.