Transnistria faces energy crisis, Moldova braces for impact
The Transnistrian region's self-proclaimed leadership, headed by Vadim Krasnoselsky, has declared a 30-day state of economic emergency, citing fears of imminent gas supply disruptions starting January 1, 2025.
In response to this crisis, Transnistria plans to implement several measures, including gas rationing, creating an energy reserve, and restricting energy exports. Electricity exports will only be allowed if gas supplies remain stable.
While Chisinau authorities have assured that the right bank of the Dniester will not face electricity shortages, even under a Transnistrian state of emergency, former Deputy Prime Minister Alexandru Flenchea warns of potential energy cuts to the right bank. This could lead to a severe crisis before the end of the year.
Chisinau itself is bracing for an energy crisis and plans to declare a 60-day state of emergency. Deputy Prime Minister Oleg Serebrian warns that the situation is more dire than in 2022, with 300,000 Transnistrians potentially facing a winter without gas or electricity.
Serebrian warns of a potential humanitarian crisis on the left bank, where people could be left without both gas and electricity.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
