Romanian PM says country could ensure gas supplies to Ukraine

Romanian Prime Minister Nicolae Ciucă said that after the launch of the interconnector from Greece to Bulgaria, his country will be able to ensure gas supplies to Ukraine and Moldova.

The head of government made the statement during his visit to Greece on the occasion of the launch of the interconnector, Ukrinform reports with reference to Digi24.

Ciucă emphasized that the pipeline is extremely important for the European gas transmission network.

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"In principle, the interconnector will provide gas supply to both Bulgaria and Romania. And, of course, we will be able to provide gas supply to our eastern partners – Ukraine and Moldova," he emphasized.

As reported earlier, in two weeks, the European Commission will submit an emergency action plan in case of interruption and complete cessation of Russian gas supplies. It will provide for the supply of gas to the most vulnerable nations and population strata.