Maia Sandu discussed Moldova's energy independence with USAID Deputy Administrator
Moldova's energy independence and connection to European energy systems were discussed today at the Presidency during a meeting between Head of State Maia Sandu and Erin McKee, Assistant Administrator of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) for the Europe and Eurasia Office. The president welcomed USAID's request to the US Congress to provide more assistance to Moldova.
"The interlocutors also discussed how the Republic of Moldova can become energy independent by connecting the country to European energy systems and diversifying the sources of energy. Thus, the administration in Washington will allocate to our country non-reimbursable resources in the amount of 300 million US dollars, according to the agreement signed on 30 June 2023," the Presidency press release reads.
The Republic of Moldova has been cooperating with USAID for more than three decades. The agency has funded several programmes in various fields: agriculture, energy sector, education, culture, justice reform and fight against corruption, local development. USAID-supported projects help develop the economy and support Moldovan entrepreneurs, helping them increase their production and export potential to developed markets and increase their earnings.
Maia Sandu thanked USAID for its continued support and reaffirmed Moldova's commitment to continue transformations that will ensure a prosperous and peaceful future for all citizens.
