“We once again pointed out that we mediated in the conclusion of an agreement on transit between Russia and Ukraine.
Thus, in the coming years, alternative gas transit through Ukraine is ensured.
It is important for us to make sure that Ukraine does not lose income, because we are talking about maintaining transit duties, "TASS quotes him.
According to the minister, this issue is being discussed with the American and Ukrainian sides.
Earlier, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmitry Kuleba said that Kiev would be ready to consider the possibility of negotiations on "compensation" in the event of the launch of Nord Stream 2.
Tino Krupalla, co-chairman of the Alternative for Germany party, commented on the idea of paying compensation to Ukraine.