Moldova Declares Energy Emergency Amid Russian Gas Transit Concerns

TL;DR
Moldova's Parliament has declared a 60-day state of emergency in the energy sector starting December 16, due to concerns over Ukraine's plans to halt Russian gas transit by January 2025. This move, supported by 56 out of 101 deputies, aims to prepare for potential disruptions in gas and electricity supplies, particularly affecting Transnistria. The Moldovan government is taking measures to mitigate an energy crisis, while Russia and Moldova have discussed future gas supplies, with Gazprom expressing willingness to continue deliveries via Turkey.
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