Moldova Prepares for Energy Crisis with 60-Day State of Emergency

On December 15th, Moldova will introduce a state of emergency nationwide for a duration of 60 days due to concerns over a potential halt in Russian gas supplies starting January 1st. This decision was approved by parliament on Friday, following a proposal by the government based on a report from the Commission on Emergency Situations (CSE), which stated that the shortage of energy resources poses a direct threat to the country's security. The motion, presented by Prime Minister Dorin Recean, passed with 56 votes in favor, 17 against, and 3 abstentions.

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