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Russia interested in gas-fired power plant projects in Kazakhstan — Deputy Minister

Russia is also interested in building a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan

NUR-SULTAN, July 14. /TASS/. Russia is considering construction projects of gas-fired power plants in Kazakhstan and sees a certain potential for power equipment producers, Russian Deputy Energy Minister told reporters on Thursday.

"We are interested to participate in a number of investment projects as regards Kazakhstan," Pavel Snikkars said. "Projects are reviewed so far in respect of gas-fired power generation facilities construction. This is interesting for us, we have a certain technical potential from the standpoint of power equipment manufacturers," the official said.

Russia is also interested in building a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan, the Deputy Minister added.