In the self-proclaimed Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic, the situation with gas supplies has once again deteriorated, causing economic and social difficulties. Transnistria is introducing a strict austerity regime for the second time this year due to issues with gas payments, which are covered by Russian financial aid.
The Minister of Economic Development of the PMR, Sergey Obolonik, noted that for the next week and a half, the region will receive gas in limited quantities. This is due to difficulties in restoring the financial flow from Russia. "The available gas supplies will primarily ensure the production of electricity for the population and humanitarian needs," he added.
The state of emergency in Transnistria was the result of unstable gas supplies in December 2025 due to delays in financial transactions by European banks. Earlier, on January 1, 2025, the transit of Russian gas through Ukraine ceased, forcing the authorities to seek other sources of supply.
After lengthy negotiations in February, supplies resumed thanks to a contract with the company "MET Gas and Energy Marketing AG" in agreement with Moldova's "Moldovagaz" and "Tiraspoltransgaz." However, supply instability remains a significant issue.
Energy expert Sergey Tofilat believes that insufficient funding could lead to further crises: "There is no guarantee that the free gas won't run out, which could lead to a humanitarian crisis." He emphasizes the need to develop a reintegration plan for Transnistria in case Moscow withdraws support.
The economy of Transnistria largely depends on gas supplies, and the lack of resources leads to a halt of industrial enterprises, causing a reduction in fiscal revenues and social programs.
