“Energy independence can become a reality for Ukraine. It does not need to beg, energy independence must be acquired. I set myself the task that in five years I could report on the fact that energy independence in Ukraine was fully achieved. And then we will strengthen our political independence, ”the party’s press service quotes Tymoshenko.

According to the politician, Ukraine has enough deposits for providing itself with natural gas and coal, which is currently being imported from abroad.

Earlier, Tymoshenko submitted documents to the CEC for registration as a presidential candidate in Ukraine.

Former Prime Minister of Ukraine Mykola Azarov, in an interview with the FAN, appreciated Tymoshenko’s chances of winning the presidential election.