REPUBLIC OF ABKHAZIA. STRATEGIC COOPERATION IN ENERGY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP IN THE OIL AND GAS SECTOR
In this article, we address issues related to both the geopolitical situation in the Transcaucasian region and issues in the field of energy security. This study is not only of a political nature, but also of great interest to us is the economic situation in the region we are considering, especially with regard to energy supplies and energy stability in the region. In turn, we will provide objective, reliable statistics that will help us reach a holistic and complete conclusion on this issue. As the current practice and the political and economic situation in the region show, Russia and Abkhazia are good-neighborly strategic partners that have a close relationship and are increasing the pace of economic cooperation, and our partnership is gaining momentum, as interstate and intergovernmental relations are built at different levels and in different areas. The Russian oil company Rosneft is closely connected with this region, has invaluable experience in the field of exploration, development, production and development of local hydrocarbon resources, has been actively involved in the creation of the Abkhazian profile infrastructure and the development of the oilfield services sector. Moreover, our state is the largest trading partner for the Republic of Abkhazia, and the region's active economic growth is supported by Russian investments. The purpose of this study is to conduct an analytical review of the political and economic dialogue between our states, which is developing at the current stage of development, to identify strategic areas for cooperation and to try to predict and suggest possible political and economic points of contact, the achievement of which would be the key to energy stability in the region, would be mutually beneficial for both Russia and Abkhazia.