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The United States has cleared a 130 million USD project to build a high-voltage transmission line in Moldova to strengthen electricity supply from European markets. Moldova continues to rely heavily on power produced in Transdniestria, a separatist region dependent on Russian gas. Following Ukraine's refusal to extend a Russian gas transit agreement, Transdniestria reduced its power generation, creating pressure on Moldova's energy security. The project, announced by the U.S. embassy, is expected to help the country integrate more closely with European networks and introduce U.S. technologies in areas such as grid infrastructure, ICT, nuclear energy, and battery storage.
The United States has approved funding of 130 million USD for the construction of a high-voltage electricity transmission line in Moldova. According to the U.S. embassy in Chisinau, the project aims to give Moldova a more reliable electricity supply by connecting it directly to European markets. Advertisement
At present, Moldova remains largely dependent on electricity generated in the separatist region of Transdniestria. This region produces power at the Cuciurgan plant, which runs almost entirely on Russian gas. The dependence has long been seen as a vulnerability for Moldova, particularly during times of political and economic tension.
Energy pressures increased after Ukraine declined to extend its contract for the transit of Russian gas to Europe. Without this route, Transdniestria cut back its power production sharply. The plant resumed supply only after alternative gas and electricity deliveries from Europe began, highlighting Moldova's fragile energy position and need for diversification.
The new transmission line is expected to reduce this reliance. The U.S. embassy explained that the project would not only improve security of supply but also create business opportunities for American firms. It said the initiative would help Moldova adopt U.S. technologies in multiple areas, including electricity transmission infrastructure, grid optimisation, information and communication technologies, nuclear energy development, and battery storage systems.
Moldova has already taken steps in recent years to secure energy from European partners, particularly Romania. These imports have helped reduce dependence on Transdniestria but remain limited by existing network capacity. The new high-voltage line is expected to expand that capacity and allow Moldova to purchase more power directly from the European grid.
The approval of this project comes at a time when Moldova has been working on broader energy reforms. Alongside building new connections with European suppliers, the government has been seeking international support to modernise infrastructure and to prepare for potential disruptions in traditional supply routes. The U.S. project is seen as part of this broader effort to strengthen Moldova's energy independence and long-term resilience.
Source Reuters
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