October
28, 2004
Venezuela
proposes energy sector integration in
Latin American
(Xinhuanet agency, reproduced by www.chinaview.cn)
- "Venezuela presented a proposal
for energy sector integration in Latin
American and the Caribbean during the
34th Meeting of Experts of the Latin American
Energy Organization (OLADE) which concluded
in Margarita Island.
Venezuelan Energy and Mining Minister
Rafael Ramírez said that the proposal
seeks energy integration among the nations
and thus enable them to enjoy the benefits
from their resources. 'We seek to develop
state-run companies based on strategic
alliances,' Ramírez added.
(…) Ramírez
said main obstacles to energy supply
must be overcome to guarantee supply
security. Meanwhile, steps must be taken
to cope with problems concerning energy
storage and commercialisation".
