Russian Deputy PM Novak and Srbijagas Chairman Discuss Energy Cooperation Amid Gas Supply Contract Renewal
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak met with Srbijagas Chairman Aleksandar Vulin to discuss energy cooperation as they prepare to renew the gas supply contract, which has been extended only until the first quarter of 2026. Novak emphasized Serbia's vital role as a partner for Russia in the energy sector, while also addressing complications related to U.S. sanctions affecting Russian investments in the Serbian energy company NIS, which is in the process of selling a controlling stake to Hungary's MOL.
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Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak met with Aleksandar Vulin, chairman of Srbijagas, to discuss bilateral cooperation in the fuel and energy sector. Novak emphasized Serbia's importance as a key partner for Russia, highlighting the dynamic development of trade and economic ties.
The contract for Russian gas supplies to Serbia, which is set to expire at the end of March, has only been extended for the first quarter of 2026. Russia has been exporting natural gas to Serbia since 1978, with Gazprom as a key partner through Srbijagas.
In 2024, Serbia consumed 2.65 billion cubic meters of gas, mainly from Russia. Complications arise from the status of Russian investments in the Serbian energy company NIS, which is facing U.S. sanctions and is in the process of selling a controlling stake to Hungary's MOL, pending approval from authorities.
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