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Measures to prevent and mitigate the impact of the energy crisis, discussed at the Government

Measures to prevent and mitigate the impact of the energy crisis in the event of Gazprom's cessation of natural gas supplies to the left bank of the Nistru, starting with January 1, 2025, were discussed by members of the Governmental Commission for Coordination of Preparation Measures for the 2024-2025 heating season.

According to a statement from the Executive, Energocom announced that it had held discussions with Nuclearelectrica and OMV Petrom from Romania so that the Republic of Moldova could import electricity at a preferential price until the end of March.

Also, Termoelectrica and CET-Nord presented the possibilities they have to increase electricity production and assured that there will be no significant risks in supplying consumers in the municipalities of Chisinau and Balti with thermal energy.

During the meeting, Moldelectrica announced that it had successfully tested the island operation of the four 110 kilovolt interconnection lines with Romania and discussions are underway to increase the capacity of electricity delivered through the European electricity network.

According to officials from the Material Reserves Agency, coal reserves are 100% secured, and fuel oil reserves are being replenished within the limits of existing storage capacities.

We remind you that the Parliament approved the establishment, starting December 16, of a state of emergency for 60 days, in connection with the situation in the energy sector.

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Tragedy in the German city of Magdeburg // Two people died, over 60 injured. Maia Sandu: We firmly condemn violence in all forms
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Tragedy in the German city of Magdeburg // Two people died, over 60 injured. Maia Sandu: We firmly condemn violence in all forms

Two people, including a child, died and at least 60 others were injured after a man drove his car into a crowd at the Christmas Market in the German city of Magdeburg, located in the center of the country. The official toll is not final, with German media reporting that several people lost their lives. The man who drove his car into the crowd was detained and was questioned overnight. He is a Saudi Arabian doctor. The motive for the attack is still unclear, but authorities say it was a suspicious attack.

Correspondence from Bucharest // Romanian MPs and senators take oath of allegiance on Saturday
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Correspondence from Bucharest // Romanian MPs and senators take oath of allegiance on Saturday

The new Romanian deputies took the oath today after they had their first meeting yesterday. The 446 senators and MPs will form the new Legislative, which will vote on the country's new government in the coming days. The pro-European parties are still negotiating to form the Executive, which is still led by the current Prime Minister, Social Democrat Marcel Ciolacu.

Maia Sandu: Moldova's accession to the European Union is a foreign policy priority
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Maia Sandu: Moldova's accession to the European Union is a foreign policy priority

Moldova's accession to the European Union is a foreign policy priority, reaffirmed by citizens during the constitutional referendum vote, stated President Maia Sandu in a videoconference with the country’s ambassadors. She emphasized that key priorities include increasing the disbursement of European funds from the €1.8 billion investment plan provided by the EU. According to her, this Growth Plan will enhance economic development through investments in infrastructure, support for small and medium-sized enterprises, and job creation.