The Republic of Moldova and Ukraine seek to develop alternative gas supply routes
The Republic of Moldova is considering creating gas reserves by exploiting Ukraine's underground gas deposits. The interest was voiced by Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu during his recent working visit to Kiev. The development of alternative gas supply routes, electricity supply, energy market integration, and the energy security of both nations were among the issues discussed during the talks with his Ukrainian counterpart, Gherman Galushchenko.
Also," the sides discussed aspects of cooperation in the field of electricity and possible directions of Ukraine's assistance to ensure the supply of electricity to consumers in the Republic of Moldova. The importance of maintaining the ENTSO-E limits for the possibilities of importing electricity into the two states from European countries was emphasized*", the Ministry of Energy states.
The parties emphasized the willingness to continue cooperation in the energy field, especially to achieve the common goals of European integration.
Also, the Moldovan delegation, which included representatives of Energocom, had meetings with the management of D.Trading and Naftogaz Ukraine. The parties appreciated the commercial cooperation between Energocom and Ukrainian energy enterprises, as well as they reviewed the opportunities for expanding bilateral cooperation, reads the cited statement.
