Energy cooperation between Slovakia and Ukraine continues to develop even in difficult political conditions. The operator of the electricity transmission system of Slovakia, the state company SEPS, has confirmed its readiness to provide emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine within the framework of the current contract with the Ukrainian "Ukrenergo".
Growth in supply volumes
In 11 months of 2024, the volume of electricity exports from Slovakia to Ukraine reached 2.43 terawatt-hours. This is three times more compared to the same period of the previous year. Such growth is evidence of deepening cooperation between the countries against the background of energy challenges caused by the war.
In the spring of 2024, SEPS extended the contract for the supply of up to 150 megawatts of electricity to the Ukrainian power system as part of emergency assistance. This became an important element of supporting Ukrainian energy stability in the face of Russian aggression.
Fico's political threats
Despite the statement of the Prime Minister of Slovakia, Robert Fico, who threatened to stop the supply of electricity due to the termination of the contract for the transit of Russian gas through Ukraine, SEPS continues to fulfill its obligations. This demonstrates that public energy policy can work independently of political rhetoric.
The former Minister of Economy of Slovakia, Karel Hirman, noted that the supply of electricity to Ukraine is carried out by traders, not the state, so a possible suspension of exports will create tension within the EU. In turn, Poland has already expressed its readiness to increase the supply of electricity to Ukraine in order to compensate for possible risks.
Despite intra-European contradictions, the Slovak SEPS confirms its readiness to cooperate with Ukraine, ensuring the stability of the energy system. This approach demonstrates the importance of EU unity in supporting Ukraine against the background of Russian aggression.
