Zelensky: Half of funds for gas procurement already secured, Government to find rest

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky announced this in his evening address, Ukrinform reports.

“Today, I held a meeting of the Staff. Much of it focused on the energy sector – recovery efforts across the regions, deployed headquarters, and the need for equipment reserves. This week will be very active in diplomacy, and there are several specific tasks related to essential equipment, for repairs and for power generation. Clear assignments have been given to our diplomats. We are also working on gas supplies – ensuring volumes for the heating season,” he said.

The President expressed gratitude to the repair teams and all Ukrainian gas workers who are working almost around the clock to provide gas to Ukrainians.

He also noted that during the meeting, details regarding financing were determined — “how much funding will be sufficient for gas purchases and what the possible sources of financing could be”.

“In fact, half of these funds have already been secured, and the Government will find the entire required volume. The relevant instructions have been given,” Zelensky emphasized.

As reported by Ukrinform, most issues discussed during the Staff meeting concerned the energy situation in the regions of Ukraine, protection of energy facilities, preparations for winter, and gas procurement.

Photo: Office of the President