The French president, Emmanuel Macron, faced tough questions about potential power shortages during the approaching winter as he arrived for the EU-Western Balkans summit in the Albanian capital. In his remarks to a group of journalists, he urged an end to doomsaying and pressed for concrete steps to conserve electricity across the country.
Macron dismissed the ongoing debate about worst case scenarios as unhelpful, insisting that the role of government and public institutions is not to spread fear but to energize the nation and ensure reliability in the energy system. He emphasized a sense of shared responsibility, urging a climate of energy sobriety rather than alarming the public with various forecasts.
The president asserted that France should not be overwhelmed by concerns about winter supply. He reminded listeners that France has a strong energy profile and a history of resilience, expressing his belief that the country would navigate the season successfully even amid the pressures of ongoing international conflict.
In Macron’s view, the solution rests on clear accountability: the power company EDF must support the operation of generation facilities, the government should lay out comprehensive plans, and individuals should adopt practical energy-saving habits. This trio, he suggested, would help safeguard the electricity grid while preserving economic stability.
Looking ahead, Macron conveyed cautious optimism about a mild winter and a stable economy, underscoring France’s capacity to weather the current geopolitical storm. He pointed to the importance of steady governance, proactive energy management, and public cooperation as the country moves through the season.
As the discussion continued, the president reaffirmed the central message: responsibility, planning, and prudent energy use are essential to maintaining a reliable power supply in the months ahead. The conversation reflected a broader European concern about energy security and the shared effort required to support critical infrastructure during times of war and disruption.
Source: TASS [TASS]