Canada provides CAD 10 million early for repair of Ukraine's energy infrastructure
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand has announced that her country is accelerating the payment of the final portion of its CAD 70 million contribution to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund.
Source: Canadian government, as reported by European Pravda
Details: Canada paid CAD 10 million early to help Ukraine repair critical energy infrastructure damaged by Russian strikes.
In the context of the recent surge in attacks on natural gas facilities, Anand stated that the Energy Community Secretariat had allocated approximately CAD 50 million from Canada's total contribution for the purchase and delivery of gas compressors to Kharkiv Oblast. This equipment is urgently needed to restore energy supply and stabilise the system ahead of winter.
Quote from Anand: "As winter descends and Russia once again targets essential civilian infrastructure, the need for energy support is urgent. In response, Canada is accelerating efforts to help restore Ukraine's critical energy systems and support Ukrainians through the harsh months ahead."
Background:
- Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre recently announced additional funding of around US$150 million to help provide Ukraine with electricity and heating ahead of the winter season.
- In addition, Sweden allocated €35 million through the World Bank to help Ukraine as winter approaches.
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