Energy Charter - Contribution to OGEL Pipeline Special Issue
Article from: OGEL 4 (2006), in Pipelines
Introduction
The Energy Charter Treaty is designed to promote energy security through the operation of more open and competitive energy markets, while respecting the principles of sustainable development and sovereignty over energy resources. It is a comprehensive multilateral agreement, which creates common rules to be observed by all participating governments. It covers the protection of foreign investments in the energy sector, and promotes reliable cross-border energy flows and efficient energy use. The Treaty has 51 signatory states across Europe and Asia; nineteen states and ten international ...