Moldovan president visits several localities in Security Zone affected by energy crisis

Chisinau, Jan. 9 /MOLDPRES/- President Maia Sandu is on a working visit to Security Zone today, together with Prime Minister Dorin Recean and Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Oleg Serebrian, the presidential press service has reported.

Both the presidency and the government remain firmly committed to finding the best solutions to ensure that all Moldovan citizens, regardless of their region, have access to essential services and receive the necessary support during this difficult period.

The energy crisis, caused by Gazprom's decision to cut off gas supplies to the Transnistrian region, has severely affected several localities in the Security Zone, which are not directly connected to the energy networks on the right bank of the Dniester.

On January 6, the Commission for Emergency Situations ordered Premier Energy to connect the villages of Varnița and Copanca to its grid. At the same time, 14 localities will be integrated into the natural gas distribution networks of the licensed operators of Moldovagaz. The government has also provided humanitarian aid, including fuel supplies and generators, to support residents affected by the energy crisis.

Maia Sandu will meet with local authorities, community leaders and residents of the affected villages. She will also visit schools, kindergartens, a medical center and other important institutions in the area.