BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 2. A Tajik delegation
led by Deputy Minister of Energy and Water Resources Parviz
Yahyozoda discussed energy sector reforms, electricity market
regulation and digitalization with representatives of Latvenergo
energy company during a working visit to Latvia.
This was reported in a press release issued by the Ministry of
Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan.
"During the meetings with the management and representatives of
Latvenergo, Latvia’s electricity regulator and distribution
electricity networks, the sides discussed European Union
legislation and regulatory acts in the electricity sector,
practical aspects of the formation and functioning of the
electricity market, energy policy and mechanisms for state
regulation of the sector," the statement said.
The sides also exchanged experience in corporate governance,
improving management systems, increasing the efficiency of energy
companies, and strengthening their operational and financial
capacity.
Particular attention was paid to the digitalization of the
energy sector, the introduction of modern digital technologies in
the management and operation of electricity networks, as well as
opportunities to apply Latvia’s experience in Tajikistan.
The visit is being held within the framework of the Sustainable
Energy Support Program in Tajikistan, aimed at the sustainable
development of the energy sector, strengthening institutional
capacity and studying international experience.
Meanwhile, Tajikistan has been working to modernize its
electricity sector, including by improving infrastructure,
strengthening sector management and expanding the use of digital
technologies. The country is also seeking to attract investment and
develop new generation capacity to meet growing electricity
demand.
Cooperation with international partners remains part of these
efforts, with Tajikistan studying foreign experience in areas such
as electricity market regulation, corporate governance, network
management and the introduction of modern technologies.
