# Balkan energy security and political tensions > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/balkan-energy-security-and-political-tensions > Updated: 2026-09-15T17:53:42.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Energy security and resource management have become significant points of political contention in the Balkans. In Albania, allegations of political interference have emerged regarding energy infrastructure. Journalist Artan Hoxha accused former Energy Minister Belinda Balluku of using police forces to obstruct Delvina Gas, a company that had reportedly made substantial investments in gas processing infrastructure. In North Macedonia, the energy sector is marked by internal political disputes. The VMRO-DPMNE party has accused the SDSM of mismanaging state energy assets and failing to invest in new capacities, pointing to audit reports of losses at the state-owned ESM. Additionally, the DOM party has advocated for stricter regulations, claiming large corporations profit from wind and solar resources while citizens struggle with high fuel costs. To improve resilience, North Macedonia is exploring participation in the Vertical Corridor to diversify its supply routes. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-15: Economic developments in Albania and North Macedonia Reports highlight economic concerns in the Balkans: SIGAL promotes private pension funds over real estate in Albania, while Macedonian grape growers face crop losses due to low prices and lack of state aid. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/economic-developments-in-albania-and-north-macedonia ### 2026-09-14: Balkan energy security faces political scrutiny and infrastructure debates Political disputes over energy management and infrastructure are intensifying in Albania and North Macedonia, involving allegations of corruption and debates over regional energy corridors. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/energy-infrastructure-and-political-allegations-emerge-in-albania-and-north-macedonia --- Cite as: Balkan energy security and political tensions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/balkan-energy-security-and-political-tensions