Roman Chumak highlighted the importance of ties with Japan and thanked it for consistent support since the early days of Russia’s full-scale invasion.
We are sincerely grateful for Japan’s consistent support since the first days of the full-scale invasion. The vehicles, equipment, and materials we’ve received are essential for keeping our facilities running and protected. We continue efforts to broaden this partnership.”
The meeting focused on the consequences of recent attacks on Naftogaz Group’s energy infrastructure, including underground gas storage, production, and thermal power facilities. Over the first three months of 2025, Russian forces carried out eight targeted strikes on the Group’s assets.
These attacks disrupted gas production, making the restoration of damaged facilities and resumption of output a top priority ahead of the next heating season. At the same time, Naftogaz continues importing natural gas to offset shortfalls and build up reserves, with 800 million cubic meters brought in since the start of the year.
The Group is working with the government and international partners to secure funding for the gas volumes needed next winter.
Naftogaz sees Japan’s support as both a practical contribution and a powerful symbol of solidarity and shared commitment to Ukraine’s future.
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