The Republic of Moldova will continue to purchase electricity from the Romanian market. Chisinau will not resort to the initial plan of providing gas to the Transnistrian region in exchange for free electricity. This information was confirmed by Prime Minister Dorin Recean.

When asked why the initial idea was not pursued, Recean mentioned that Chisinau had multiple options, but ultimately chose the one that was agreeable to all parties.

"We did the necessary calculations and concluded that it is wiser and more economically advantageous for the right bank to purchase this energy directly from Romania, rather than sending gas to Cuciurgan for them to produce electricity for us," said Prime Minister Dorin Recean.

Regarding potential tariff reductions for residents on the right bank, the prime minister emphasized the need for financial support. "We will continue working with the Government, but also with our friends in the European Union, to bring more financial resources to make this goal possible," stated the Prime Minister.

The Republic of Moldova and the European Union have reached a final agreement regarding the aid package announced earlier this week. The funds, amounting to 64 million euros, will be provided in two tranches. 30 million euros from the first tranche will be used to purchase gas and electricity for both banks of the Dniester River. Specifically, 20 million euros will be allocated for the purchase of natural gas as humanitarian aid for the Transnistrian region, while 10 million euros will go towards purchasing electricity for the right bank of the Dniester. An additional 34 million euros will be provided in the second tranche as budgetary support.