amid the war in Ukraine unleashed by Russia, gas prices in Moldova rose seven times, said Moldova President Maya Sandu at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
“In Moldova, the gas tariff has grown seven times over the past 18 months, and this is not the country where people have big salaries. But we believe in democracy, we appreciate it, we want to be part of the free world, and therefore the only way out – Stay together. Yes, it’s difficult, but we must help Ukraine, stop Russia, because otherwise we will all be in danger, ”she said.
According to Sandu, the energy system of Moldova before the war was 100% dependent on deliveries from Russia. Over the past year, the country managed to reduce this figure to 40%, find other sources.
“Russia was counting on the fact that it could blackmail us with an energy crisis. And Europe was able to solve this problem. During the discussion of this problem, no one believed that the EU could find a solution so fast. Yes, we must pay the price and us It is unpleasant to realize that our people have to pay more for energy, ”she said.