Zooming In On: "EU’s energy cooperation with Central Asia and South Caucasus: how to keep the momentum going?"

The geostrategic turns, the fierce trade and technology competition between the US and China, and the acceleration of energy transition and access to critical raw materials have made Europe step up its commitment to the region due to its potential in renewable hydrogen development and critical raw materials. In the past two years, high-level political commitments have been set by the EU. But how can these be materialised in light of the ongoing geopolitical labyrinth and what are the risks and trade-offs in this sense? How attractive is Europe’s offer, compared to the one coming from China, for example? And ultimately, how to ensure partnerships on equal terms with benefits for both sides?

These are the key discussion points of our briefing note that are based on the key outcomes of the “EU’s energy cooperation with Central Asia and South Caucasus: stronger partnership through new avenues?” Conference that was organised by the Just Climate in October this year.

Download the full briefing for more details here.

Reghina Dimitrisina, Policy Advisor at FES Just Climate