Lorant Antal, Head of the Senate Energy Committee: by capping energy prices, "inflation the size of China" has been avoided.

Liberalization of the Romanian energy market has encountered significant difficulties, culminating in the reintroduction of regulations due to the global energy crisis and the war in Ukraine. A recent conference discussed the need to protect consumers and control inflation, measures that will cost more than RON 20 billion. While deregulation remains a long-term goal, the authorities stress the importance of a gradual transition. The status of vulnerable consumers also needs to be clarified to ensure adequate protection.