In response to the tightening situation in Ukraine, an emergency meeting of energy ministers of G7 = seven major countries was held on the night of the 10th, and in order to reduce the dependence of Europe on Russian natural gas, we will move toward diversification of energy sources and so on. , LNG = We have issued a statement that we need to invest in liquefied natural gas.
The G7 Energy Minister's emergency meeting was held online from 10 pm on the 10th, attended by Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hagiuda.
According to a joint statement released after the meeting, the Russian army's attack on nuclear power plants in Ukraine "condemns any act that undermines the security of facilities for peaceful purposes as violating the principles of international law." is.
On top of that, in order to reduce the dependence of Europe on Russian natural gas, "LNG = investment in liquefied natural gas is necessary", and it is necessary to work on diversification of energy sources and suppliers.
After the meeting, Minister Hagiuda told reporters, "We will do our utmost to ensure a stable supply of energy through all means, such as aggressive investment in development that leads to diversification of energy sources and diversification of procurement sources." Said.
In addition, Ukraine's Energy Minister Harushichenko also attended the meeting, and according to Minister Hagiuda, "there was a request for the support of friendly and comrade countries."