Representatives of "Inter-Rao" in Belgrade on April 14 - Russians interested in partnership with EPS?

(Hydroelectric Power Plant Višegrad)

Speculations that Russians are interested in investments in power supply sector of Serbia have been backed by the information that the CEO of Russian Power Supply Company "Inter-Rao", Jevgenij Dod, will visit Belgrade on April 14 in order to sign the Protocol on cooperation with Electric Power Company of Serbia.

People in EPS did not want to give any comment on that news yesterday (April 9, 2008), but, according to unofficial information, the press conference occassioned by the Dod's visit should be organized on April 14 and that is when more details will be given about this business arrangement.

According to available information from Moscow, Russians are interested in construction of hydroelectric power plants and steam power plants in Serbia. It is most likely that "Inter-Rao" will offer participation in construction of hydroelectric power plants on the Drina.