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On January 1, 2026, Romania implemented ANRE Order 83/2025, revising licensing regulations in the natural gas sector by eliminating authorizations for liquefied natural gas (LNG) and hydrogen production sites. New requirements for supply and trading licenses include proof of financial resources and employment contracts for qualified staff, with existing license holders required to comply by June 1, 2026. The order also establishes a 60-day application review period and mandates Romanian licenses for foreign operators lacking home-state licensing systems.