Türkiye and China Can Explore Joint Ventures in Energy: Bayraktar

Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar outlined promising areas for collaboration with China in nuclear power, renewable energy, transmission lines, and mining during an interview with CGTN Türk, the Turkish branch of China's state broadcaster.

Bayraktar emphasized opportunities across diverse fields, stating, "We can cooperate on nuclear energy, renewables, energy transmission and minerals," The Caspian Post reports citing Turkish media.

He highlighted Türkiye's potential in energy storage and batteries, noting that Chinese firms are considering local production to tap into the growing market.

One concrete project under discussion is Türkiye's first offshore wind farm, a pioneering initiative that Bayraktar hopes to develop with Chinese partners.

"We're talking about an offshore wind project - our first in Türkiye - and we hope to realize it with Chinese companies," the minister added, underscoring China's expertise in large-scale energy ventures.

Bayraktar also detailed plans for new transmission lines to export electricity, particularly to Europe.

"We've announced a $30 billion program through 2035, and there's strong interest. It aligns well with China's Belt and Road Initiative," he noted.