Poland considers gas link with Lithuania

Poland is considering establishing a gas link with Lithuania to improve the energy security of both countries, Polish Development Minister Mateusz Morawiecki told the media. The main topic of Morawiecki's visit to Lithiania is energy issues. The Minister told the media that Poland would apply for European Union financial support if the link is agreed. "We are ready for a discussion about a gas link. We are counting on the European Union's support, as it would be a cross-border project," Morawiecki said. "The aim is to mutually reinforce our security system. We can be a safety valve for Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia," he explained. Morawiecki also said Poland would consider common gas purchases with Lithuania, as it has an LNG terminal at the Baltic port of Klaipeda and Poland has a terminal in Świnoujście.