The separatist leader from Tiraspol, Vadim Krasnoselski, announced that Transnistrian authorities agree with the proposals from Moldovan authorities, including those of the president and other high-ranking officials, regarding the supply of natural gas to the region by the Moldovagaz company, reports BANI.MD.
In a recent statement, Krasnoselski mentioned that on Saturday, January 18, 2025, “Tiraspoltransgaz” sent an official notice to “Moldovagaz,” confirming that they do not oppose the supply of natural gas to Transnistria and welcome this initiative. “Tiraspoltransgaz guarantees payment for gas delivery, an important point to note,” he emphasized. This move could represent a significant step in the economic relations between Transnistria and the Republic of Moldova amid ongoing discussions concerning the energy supply to the separatist region.
Transnistria has been without gas since January 1, 2025, after Gazprom unilaterally breached the contract signed with the Moldovan authorities, valid until 2026. Moscow cited technical constraints after Kyiv refused to extend the transit agreement through Ukraine. However, President Sandu argued that supplies could have been made via the TurkStream pipeline, bypassing the neighboring country.
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For nearly three weeks, people on the Dniester River’s left bank and some localities on the right bank have been without gas and heating, while electricity outages last between 5 and 8 hours a day. The power plant in Cuciurgan switched to coal and, as of early January, had reserved for a maximum of 50 days, according to Transnistrian officials. The separatists have ceased selling electricity, leading to tariff increases in constitutionally controlled territory due to purchases from the market and alternative sources where prices are higher.
Separatist leader Vadim Krasnoselski visited Russia between January 10 and 14, 2025. On January 15, he announced that gas supplies would soon resume, though he did not specify an exact timeline or the route the Russians would use.
The administration in Chisinau previously stated that if Russia resumes gas deliveries to Transnistria, the constitutional authorities would not create obstacles. However, they also pointed out that the deliveries could be halted at any time and that the right bank would no longer purchase electricity from Cuciurgan under such circumstances.