The Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) stated on Monday gas prices should be pegged to oil prices, Russian Energy Minister Sergei Shmatko said.

The GECF, an intergovernmental organization of some of the world's leading gas producers, adopted a joint statement at its 10th ministerial meeting.

"The joint statement was adopted unanimously. It aims to maintain gas prices and ensure a parity of gas and oil prices," Shmatko said.

MOSCOW, April 19 (RIA Novosti)