Türkmenistan’ın Enerji Güvenliğinde Bati Alternatifi

Abstract

It is indisputable that the concept of energy security developed and deepened in connection with the changing conditions of the period. It is possible to deal with the emergence of new threats that negatively affect energy security during the process or their transformation into another problem in this context. On the other hand, perhaps the only thing that has not changed is that energy security continues to be one of the main components of states’ national security. Also, as in the past, energy security is one of the most vital elements in the continuation of the wheels of the global economy. At this point, it becomes mandatory for states to take measures within the scope of energy security. Considering that energy relations reflect almost all the elements of interdependence, diversification strategies come first among the measures to be taken. Diversification strategies are highly effective in minimizing, if not eliminating, the energy security problems of both producer and consumer parties. Considering the negative impact of sensitivities and vulnerabilities on bargaining power in an environment of interdependence, the importance of diversification strategies will be understood more clearly. In light of all these, the relationship between Turkmenistan's westward orientation to ensure energy security is analyzed.