Kazakhstan has asked Russia to consider resuming oil transportation through the Druzhba pipeline but has yet to receive an official response, Kazakh Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov said.

The minister confirmed that the request had been submitted to the Russian side, expressing hope that the route could be reopened, Interfax reports.

“I personally raised this issue, and a request has been sent. We have not received a response yet. There is hope, and we expect to resume this route, as it is commercially very attractive for us,” Akkenzhenov said.

Earlier, Kazakhstan's Energy Ministry announced that oil supplies to Germany were not planned for November and December 2026.

However, the ministry did not rule out resuming exports once technical restrictions are resolved and transportation terms are agreed upon.

Kazakhstan has also approached Russia regarding the possible resumption of oil shipments through the Druzhba pipeline system and exports via the port of Ust-Luga.

The potential reopening of these routes is important for Kazakhstan as it seeks to maintain alternative export channels and secure access to European markets.