"It is always important, in terms of the government"s energy policy to be transparent" - Ian Kelly

"It is always important that the energy policy of the government be transparent," - the US Ambassador to Georgia, Ian Kelly said.

Ian Kelly Spoke about negotiations with Gaprom .

"It is always important that the energy policy of the government be transparent. They are quite open with us, and we expressed our position, that they should not become dependent on one source of energy and maintain diversification. Their explanations satisfied us. Georgia has a short-term energy supplies, and I think it is a prudent step to speak with potential energy suppliers. Of course, we are concerned about the occupation of Georgian territories by Russia, but the government, I think, understands these challenges, "- he said.