Türkiye on Wednesday said its proposed military fuel pipeline project submitted to NATO is part of a broader package designed to strengthen energy supply for allies on the eastern flank.
National Defence Ministry officials said during the weekly press briefing that the NATO Fuel Pipeline Project would be financed through the alliance’s common funds, and that work on approving the package is currently ongoing within NATO.
The project was described as significant in light of recent disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, as it could reduce NATO’s reliance on maritime fuel transport while improving fuel sustainment and interoperability among allies.
“Our project is five times more cost-effective than its alternatives and, if approved, will become operational in a much shorter period,” according to a statement issued by the ministry after the briefing.
“If this pipeline is implemented, NATO common funds, which consist of contributions paid by allies, will be used economically and effectively,” it added.
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Touching upon air defence systems deployed in Türkiye, the officials said the issue is being coordinated with allied countries and is regularly reviewed in line with the current security environment.
