Measures for the possible energy crisis/PD, request for urgent interpellation

2026-04-04 15:12:00, Politikë CNA

The Democratic Party Parliamentary Group has requested an urgent interpellation with the Minister of Energy on the measures taken for a possible energy crisis and to guarantee fuel supply.

DP MPs raise questions about the concrete measures taken by the Albanian government, emphasizing that the country could face an emergency situation if immediate steps are not taken.

The opposition demands transparency on the management of energy reserves, guaranteeing fuel supply, and coordination with international partners.

Full statement:

Given the international situation caused by the war in Iran, a situation which has influenced the rapid increase in energy prices, especially oil and its derivatives; Given the fact that the International Energy Agency (IEA) has instructed EU countries to prepare for the release of oil from Security Reserves to the market;

Given the fact that the Commissioner for Energy, Mr. Dan Jorgensen, has asked European Union member states to prepare for possible interruptions in energy supply, through a letter addressed to energy ministers.

Given the fact that the Prime Minister has spoken about a new model for maintaining the Energy Security Reserve as well as the establishment of a state-owned company that will enter the oil and its derivatives trading market; Given the fact that the situation is changing very rapidly and we have entered a real emergency in dealing with this crisis;

In view of the above, Albania faces major tasks in preparing for an energy crisis which would require major state commitment, especially concrete measures by the Ministry of Energy on issues of guaranteeing fuel supply, proper management of the Security Reserve, and institutional coordination with the EU and the IEA.

Therefore, considering the above, in my capacity as a deputy of the Assembly of Albania, based on Article 80, point 1 of the Constitution and Article 96, points 1 and 2 of the Rules of Procedure of the Assembly, I request the development of an urgent interpellation with the Minister of Energy and Transport, to provide explanations and information regarding the above. /CNA