Ukraine to receive energy equipment from Latvia – Shmyhal
Ukraine will receive backup equipment from Latvia to restore heat supply in Kharkiv region.
As Censor.NET reports, this was stated by Ukraine’s Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal after a conversation with his Latvian counterpart, Kaspars Melnis.
Latvia to transfer equipment for Kharkiv region.
Shmyhal said Latvia is ready to transfer backup equipment from its own thermal power plants. This equipment will help restore heat supply in Kharkiv region after the destruction.
"We agreed to set up a working group to quickly coordinate this work… I am grateful to Latvia for its systematic support," Shmyhal said.
EU also provides assistance to Ukraine’s energy sector.
In turn, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, after a conversation with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, reported additional assistance. According to him, the EU will soon transfer generators and other energy equipment to Ukraine to stabilize the energy system.
In addition, the European Commission president informed about the finalization of the 20th package of sanctions against Russia.
- Earlier, we wrote that the World Bank will provide Ukrenergo with $40 million to purchase equipment needed to restore the energy system after Russia’s attacks.
