Following talks with EU leaders in Brussels, Ponta also said Romania is free not only to search for new energy resources in order to secure its energy independence, but also to take all the measures needed to secure its independence from gas imports from Russia and become energy exporter in the region.
According to the prime minister, Romania will also try to balance its policy regarding renewable energy subsidies so that costs can be affordable both for the industry and for households.
As regards the fiscal policy and the fight against tax evasion, Ponta said he is in favor of concluding agreements regarding the exchange of information between all member states, as well as between European Union countries and other states, including Andorra, Monaco and Switzerland, which have special laws.
The European Council meeting on May 22 touched on energy issues.