"unfriendly countries" have delayed energy-related payments, Russian President Vladimir Putin said today in a teleconference with representatives of the oil and gas industry.
He also noted that Russia needs closer ties with "predictable partners."
The Russian president accused Europe of destabilizing the energy market with sanctions against Russia for invading Ukraine.
It will redirect energy to the east
He pointed out that Russia will redirect its energy to the east as European countries try to reduce their dependence on Russian gas.
"EU countries are talking about cutting off energy supplies from Russia, raising prices and destabilizing the market," Putin said.
"Non-friendly countries admit that they cannot do without Russian energy resources," the Russian president continued.
He also noted that Russia needs to start building infrastructure for energy exports to the East.
Source: in.gr
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