The PM said that the government plans to support the entire heavy industry by legislative measures, as, at European level, the energy price is seen as the biggest challenge.
“Energy price is already lower, but it can and must continue to decrease, especially after the implementation of the scheme on reducing green certificates by up to 85% as of July 1, the cut of the cogeneration tax, and there are other means by which we can continue to decrease electric power prices,” Ponta stated.
The PM added that, as regards the natural gas price, there is a joint strategy by which the two biggest producers, Petrom and Romgaz, as well as gas importers, should maintain the gas prices at a certain level so that the big producers would keep a competitive margin.
As for the statements of ArcelorMittal Galati representatives according to which the lack of sustainability might trigger the relocation of the company’s operations, Ponta said that the government should take steps to provide a competitive framework for the industry.