Russian energy minister discusses oil and gas supplies to China, holds talks with CNPC and CEEC

MOSCOW. July 18 (Interfax) - Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev discussed oil and gas supplies to China with National Energy Administration (NEA) head Wang Hongzhi, as well as the development of gas transportation infrastructure during his two-day visit to the country, the Energy Ministry said in a statement.

"Agreements were reached to promote a number of joint industry initiatives and deepen coordination in various international venues," it said.

In addition, the Russian minister held talks with the heads of Chinese oil and gas corporation CNPC and engineering corporation CEEC.