Moldova has lifted the state of emergency in the energy sector
The Moldovan Parliament has voted to lift the state of emergency in the energy sector ahead of schedule; the measure had been in place due to risks to the power grid following Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure. The state of emergency was introduced in late March as a precautionary measure, but authorities now say the situation has stabilized. The decision was supported by a majority of lawmakers and will take effect on April 25, the government announced.
Sixty-nine out of 101 members of parliament voted to lift the state of emergency. During the session, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu explained that the regime was introduced due to pressure on the power grid and problems in the fuel market, but the situation is now under control.
He emphasized that this decision was a necessary and temporary measure at a critical moment. “The state of emergency was not a whim. It was a responsible decision made at a critical moment. We have kept our commitment not to extend it unnecessarily,” the prime minister noted.
Despite the lifting of the state of emergency, the Moldovan government is implementing a heightened readiness regime, which will allow for continuous monitoring of the energy market, prompt responses to potential imbalances, and ensure a stable supply of electricity and petroleum products.
The Moldovan authorities have endorsed a draft decision on the country’s withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT).
