# Slovakia secures winter gas supplies through Gazprom contract, minister says

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- TASS, 2026-10-09 13:21 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://tass.com/economy/2199901

> Slovak Economy Minister Denisa Sakova said a long-term Gazprom contract, short-term diversification deals and sufficient storage will cover winter gas needs. Russian crude deliveries will continue until the end of 2027, while Slovakia negotiates with the United States over alternative energy sources and routes.