# Moldova launches new power line to Romania to cut reliance on Russia

https://mins.news/en/item/134927

- Al Jazeera, 2026-11-09 02:35 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/11/9/moldova-launches-new-power-line-to-romania-to-cut-reliance-on-russia?traffic_source=rss

> Moldova has inaugurated a power line linking it to Romania and the European grid, aiming to reduce dependence on Russian energy. President Maia Sandu said two more lines to Romania are planned, while the EU energy commissioner said Moldova can now buy power wherever it is cheapest.

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