Romania, Serbia Discuss Danube River's Low Flow Impact on Energy and Navigation

Romania and Serbia are engaging in diplomatic discussions to address the critical issue of the Danube River's exceptionally low water levels and its impact on energy production. Romanian Foreign Minister Oana Țoiu met with her Serbian counterpart, Marko Djuric, to analyze the situation and explore coordinated responses.

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In the past year, we have frequently discussed this subject, given the priority both countries place on joint energy production projects, as well as future plans that depend on the Danube's flow, both regarding future reactors 3 and 4 and Serbia's objectives, for which we recently signed the memorandum on the exchange of impact analyses and data.

Țoiu highlighted that the topic has been a frequent subject of discussion between the two nations due to the importance of joint energy projects and future development plans that rely on the Danube's flow. "In the past year, we have frequently discussed this subject, given the priority both countries place on joint energy production projects, as well as future plans that depend on the Danube's flow," she stated on the platform X.

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I thank him for the speed with which we facilitated direct contact between energy producers and experts monitoring the situation, as well as for the openness to identify solutions.

The ministers examined possibilities for joint action to lessen the effects on navigation, the economy, and river traffic. "I thank him for the speed with which we facilitated direct contact between energy producers and experts monitoring the situation, as well as for the openness to identify solutions," Țoiu added. They also stressed the necessity for rapid coordination and information exchange among all Danube riparian countries affected by the situation. Romania expressed gratitude for Serbia's cooperation in managing the crisis and facilitating dialogue between energy specialists, emphasizing the value of transparent communication during such challenging times.

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A good collaboration in times of crisis, based on transparent dialogue and objectives that meet both the needs of their own citizens and the interests of the region, is essential. We will continue to inform each other daily about the evolution of the situation.