Baltic states, Poland discuss energy cooperation, NATO

The presidents of the Baltic countries and Poland discussed energy cooperation and the upcoming NATO summit in Riga.

The energy sector is “an important area” of regional cooperation for the Baltic countries and Poland,” a joint statement said.

The leaders called for “a concerted position” on the implementation of joint energy projects in order to accelerate the integration of the Baltic countries’ energy markets into the EU energy market, the document said.

The presidents also noted the importance of the project to build a high-speed railway line between Warsaw and Tallinn and supported the idea of building a new nuclear power plant in Lithuania.

The presidents also believe that NATO should continue “the open door policy” with regard to countries that want to join the Alliance and are ready to assume relevant obligations.

They noted the commitment of Ukraine and Georgia to joining NATO.
Source:itar-tass.com