A pragmatic framework for cooperation has been established between the two entities, fostering an ongoing exchange of views on mutual energy issues at all levels, he adds while speaking at the Sixth High-level Meeting of the OPEC-China Energy Dialogue.

The European Union wants to strengthen its energy cooperation with Israel in light of Russia's use of gas supplies to "blackmail" its members over the Ukraine conflict, the European Commission chief said Tuesday. Ursula von der Leyen's remarks came as Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi, also visiting Israel, said Rome...