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    Lithuania boosts power grid security ahead of Russia decoupling

    Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®

    Posted on January 8, 2025

    1 min read

    Last updated: January 27, 2026

    The image depicts Lithuanian authorities enhancing security measures around the electricity link with Poland, crucial for the Baltic region's decoupling from Russian power systems. This reflects Lithuania's proactive steps in safeguarding its energy infrastructure.
    Lithuania enhances security around electricity link with Poland amid Russia decoupling - Global Banking & Finance Review
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    Quick Summary

    Lithuania boosts security on its power grid with Poland ahead of decoupling from the Soviet-era system shared with Russia and Belarus next month.

    Lithuania Strengthens Grid Security Before Decoupling from Russia

    VILNIUS (Reuters) - Lithuania said on Wednesday it has ramped up security around the country's electricity link with Poland ahead of a planned decoupling next month of the Baltic region's power systems from a Soviet-era grid shared with Russia and Belarus.

    Lithuanian Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas said the government had asked police to guard the link to Poland following attempts to disrupt the planned decoupling.

    "We see very clear and unambiguous attempts by opponents to disrupt this process. That is why we are taking steps to protect our infrastructure," Paluckas said in a statement.

    (Reporting by Andrius Sytas, editing by Terje Solsvik)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Lithuania enhances security around its electricity link with Poland.
    • •The Baltic region plans to decouple from the Soviet-era grid.
    • •Lithuanian government requests police protection for infrastructure.
    • •Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas addresses disruption attempts.
    • •Decoupling aims to secure energy independence from Russia and Belarus.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Lithuania boosts power grid security ahead of Russia decoupling

    1What is the main topic?

    The article discusses Lithuania's efforts to enhance power grid security ahead of decoupling from the Soviet-era grid shared with Russia and Belarus.

    2Why is Lithuania increasing security?

    Lithuania is increasing security to protect its electricity link with Poland from disruption attempts as it prepares to decouple from the Soviet-era grid.

    3Who is involved in the security measures?

    The Lithuanian government, led by Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas, has requested police to guard the electricity link with Poland.

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