Speaking at a press conference on the second day of the 29th International Oil, Gas, Refining & Petrochemical Exhibition (Iran Oil Show 2025), Tavakoli referred to gas trade development plans and added: “Based on the Iran’s Seventh Development Plan, appropriate measures have been taken in the field of gas trade.”
According to the report of the public relations of the NIGC, regarding the gas swap deal among Turkmenistan, Iran, and Turkey, Tavakoli confirmed the government-to-government (G2G) contract remains active. Turkmenistan, with the world’s largest onshore gas reserves, is a key partner.
On talks with Russia, Tavakoli said discussions continue on pricing and payment mechanisms for a potential 55 billion cubic meter annual supply.