Economy

17 March, 2026 / 14:52

/ 3 hours ago

Increased fuel imports in Moldova amid Middle East tensions

About 2,200 tons of gasoline and 2,150 tons of diesel were imported into the Republic of Moldova on Monday, March 16, through several entry points, in the context of maintaining a state of alert in the energy sector caused by developments in the Middle East.

According to the Ministry of Energy, the deliveries were made through the Giurgiulești International Free Port, as well as by road and rail, via the Leușeni and Ungheni customs points. Following these imports, available stocks cover approximately 21 days of gasoline consumption, around 16 days of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and more than 9 days of diesel.

The authorities note that these measures are part of efforts to ensure energy security amid increased risks on international energy markets.

At the same time, the institution urges consumers to use petroleum products rationally and to avoid unjustified purchases, in order to prevent additional pressure on existing stocks.

The situation in the energy sector is influenced by geopolitical developments in the Middle East, a key region for global energy supply, which can generate volatility on fuel markets. The Ministry of Energy continues to monitor the situation and announces that it will intervene, if necessary, to maintain supply stability.

On March 4, the Government declared a state of alert in the energy sector for a period of 60 days, in connection with the external situation. According to the authorities, the measure is preventive in nature and aims to protect domestic consumption and maintain the stability of the energy system.

Comment

Latest News

Moldova’s economy grows by 3.6 per cent in fourth quarter of 2025; sectors with largest contribution to GDP's increase

VIDEO // Moldagrotech exhibition 2026 brings together over 100 exhibitors in Chisinau: farmers discover new technologies for agricultural season

PHOTO GALLERY // Farmers discover new technologies: modern agriculture in spotlight at Moldexpo

VIDEO // Pilot program to modernize elevators in residential blocks

VIDEO // Agriculture Minister: Farmers to be supported to continue agricultural work

Prime Minister about situation in energy sector

Moldovan government indexes minimum guaranteed monthly income

Moldovan Agriculture Ministry says demand for organic products growing; how consumers can recognize truly “eco” products

Around 25 percent of gross final electricity consumption covered last year by renewable energy

Measures to ensure security of gas supply to Transnistrian region

MOLDPRES INTERVIEW // ANSC Director: We make sure that path of public money to hospitals, schools or infrastructure fair and transparent

DOC // Moldova to establish oil products' stocks sufficient for 90 days of consumption

VIDEO // Moldovan authorities give assurances about fuel stock levels; Energy minister says Moldova has sufficient volumes current, medium-term consumption

/ 09 March, 2026

VIDEO // “Round Dance of Tractors” symbolically opens Moldova’s agricultural season: event held on eve of Moldagrotech Spring 2026 exhibition

PHOTO // Drone fragments found in Ștefan Vodă district

Technical negotiations on final clusters of Moldova’s EU accession process launched in Brussels

Group of MPs pays study visit to NATO Headquarters

Increased fuel imports in Moldova amid Middle East tensions

PHOTO GALLERY // Russian ambassador summoned to foreign ministry to provide explanations about attack on Novodnistrovsk hydropower plant, which caused pollution of Dniester River

Russia’s ambassador summoned to Foreign MInistry

Unknown drone spotted near Moldova-Ukraine border in Ștefan Vodă district

PHOTO // Major operation on Dniester River: third assistance package from Romania to combat pollution

Historic moment in Brussels: Moldova opens technical negotiations for last three EU accession clusters

VIDEO // Discover Moldova with #MOLDPRES: Taul Dendrological Park – corner of natural, historical heritage, explored together with European Union's ambassador

Moldovan energy minister says Moldova’s experience this winter shows that integration into EU energy market, European solidarity essential for regional security

PHOTO // National Army distributes water in Balti city, as authorities activate alternative sources after suspension of intake from Dniester

Moldovan parliament to convene at plenary meeting on March 21; denunciation of Agreement on Founding of Commonwealth of Independent States on agenda

Pollution of Dniester River after Russia’s attack on Novodnistrovsk: Promo-LEX organization files criminal complaint with Moldova's Prosecutor General’s Office

1992 – The War that cannot be forgotten // Well-known Moldovan historian says Transnistrian War symbol of Moldova’s resilience, more relevant than ever in context of aggression in Ukraine

European Commissioner for Enlargement says European Commission ready to provide support to Moldova through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism, in context of situation on Dniester River

See more