State of emergency in energy sector could end on 25 April

The state of emergency in the energy sector could end on 25 April at the Government’s proposal. Members of the Parliamentary Committee on Economy, Budget and Finance approved today the report on the draft decision that provides for this, and the document is to be examined on 24 April in the plenary of Parliament.

The state of emergency in the energy sector was declared on 25 March 2026 for a period of 60 days. This was necessary after the main electricity transmission line supplying the Republic of Moldova – the Vulcănești–Isaccea line – was disconnected following Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s civilian energy infrastructure. As a result, an electricity deficit of up to 400 MW was recorded during peak hours.

In the same period, the oil products market was affected by temporary supply disruptions, especially for diesel, against the backdrop of instability in the Middle East.

During the state of emergency, the authorities took actions to rehabilitate and put back into operation the Vulcănești–Isaccea line, as well as to ensure electricity supply to all consumers. More specifically, the 330 kV Bălți–Dnestrovsk overhead power line was reconnected. The four 110 kV overhead interconnection lines with Romania were also put into operation. At the same time, priority electricity supply was established for consumers of vital importance, exports were limited during peak hours, and measures to reduce and increase the efficiency of consumption were implemented. In addition, the state enterprise Moldelectrica was given the possibility to make urgent purchases through direct negotiations.

To maintain the functioning of the oil products market under crisis conditions, the Government took measures to support economic operators. Thus, the market was stabilized, volatility was reduced, and major disruptions were prevented.

After the state of emergency is lifted, the Government will introduce a state of alert for a period of 60 days, starting from April 25 this year. This will allow continuous monitoring and rapid interventions to ensure the security of electricity and oil products supply, depending on how risks evolve.