# Moldova-Romania energy interconnection project > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/moldova-romania-energy-interconnection-project > Updated: 2026-10-07T15:30:32.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 3. The Moldovan government has approved a draft law to declare the construction of the 400 kV Strășeni–Gutinaș overhead power line and the modernization of the Strășeni 330 kV substation as works of national interest. This legislative move is intended to expedite legal and land expropriation procedures for the project. Supported by a $130 million investment from the U.S. Government, the initiative has been named the ‘Trump Liberty Line’ following a proposal from the U.S. Embassy. The 190-kilometer high-voltage power line will consist of approximately 70 kilometers in Moldova—passing through 25 localities across the Strășeni, Călărași, Nisporeni, and Hîncești districts—and 120 kilometers in Romania. The project aims to connect the Strășeni station to the Romanian transport network via the Gutinaș station, thereby diversifying energy transport routes and integrating Moldova into the European energy system. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan noted that the interconnection is critical for addressing energy deficits during peak consumption periods. By increasing Moldova's capacity to import energy from Romania, the project seeks to enhance energy security and independence by reducing reliance on the 400 kV connection that currently passes through Transnistria. A working group involving the Moldovan Ministry of Energy, Moldelectrica, the U.S. Embassy in Chisinau, and Black & Veatch is coordinating construction. The project is expected to be completed by 2032, serving as the third 400 kV aerial interconnection between the two nations. ## Claims - The U.S. Embassy in Chisinau announced the naming of the new power line project. (corroborated by 18 sources) - The project aims to increase Moldova's energy independence and security. (corroborated by 18 sources) - The U.S. Government is providing $130 million in funding for the project. (corroborated by 16 sources) - The new power line will be named the 'Trump Liberty Line'. (corroborated by 16 sources) - The line will operate at a voltage of 400 kV. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Approximately 70 kilometers of the line will be located in Moldova. (corroborated by 7 sources) - A working group including the Ministry of Energy, Moldelectrica, and Black & Veatch has been launched. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The Strășeni-Gutinaș power line will have a total length of 190 kilometers. (corroborated by 4 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-07: Trump Liberty Line approved to connect Moldova and Romania Moldova has approved the ‘Trump Liberty Line,’ a 400 kV power line connecting to Romania. Supported by $130 million in US funding, the project aims to bolster national energy security. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/trump-liberty-line-approved-to-connect-moldova-and-romania ### 2026-10-05: Trump Liberty Line to connect Moldova and Romania with U.S. funding The U.S.-funded ‘Trump Liberty Line’ will connect Moldova and Romania via a new 190km, 400 kV power line to enhance Moldova's energy security and independence from Russian-linked infrastructure. 19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-funds-130-million-streni-gutina-power-line ### 2026-09-21: Moldova plans Strășeni–Gutinaș 400 kV power line Moldova is advancing a strategic 400 kV Strășeni–Gutinaș power line project to connect with Romania's grid, supported by a $130 million US funding commitment, to enhance energy security. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-plans-strenigutina-400-kv-power-line --- Cite as: Moldova-Romania energy interconnection project. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/moldova-romania-energy-interconnection-project