"Taking into account the recent events in the gas sector, establishing legally binding provisions covering the key principles of the Energy Charter would be the main tangible result of this New Agreement for the EU," Usackas said in his speech to the ministers.
In a step of solidarity with other former Soviet republics, Usackas called for cooperation with Georgia in terms of energy partnerships.
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"In this area, negotiations with Ukraine are the first step requiring particular attention. Negotiations with other Eastern partners, including Georgia, should follow," he said.
Usackas also suggested a 13 percent raise in import taxes.
"I would like to mention an example of the law passed by the Parliament of Ukraine, introducing additional thirteen per cent import duties, and, thus, violating Ukraine's international obligations," Usackas said.
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