ANRE and Opposition Clash Over Mishandled Millions in Moldova's Energy Sector

ANRE and Tofilat Clash Over Chișinău-Gaz Audit: Accusations of Mismanagement and Public Manipulation Moldova is embroiled in a political dispute following an audit of Chișinău-Gaz. Sergiu Tofilat, a member of the "Împreună" political bloc, publicly criticized the National Agency for Energy Regulation (ANRE) for its handling of the audit, alleging mismanagement of over 33 million lei. ANRE responded swiftly, issuing a press release denying Tofilat's claims and accusing him of manipulating public opinion. "Not a single leu from the over 33 million will be passed on to end consumers," stated ANRE representatives in their official response. They further assert that Tofilat's statements lack a legal basis and are intended to mislead the public. Tofilat, in turn, expressed surprise at ANRE's reaction, stating, "I'm surprised by ANRE's response. Why haven't they informed the public about the audit's findings? Instead of encouraging people to report violations and preventing corruption, they've chosen to attack me." The conflict highlights a larger issue of transparency in Moldova's energy sector. The lack of readily available information regarding the audit's results raises concerns about accountability and the potential for future mismanagement. Both ANRE and Tofilat have presented their positions, but the public remains largely uninformed about the specifics of the audit and its implications.