A directive has been issued extending the deadline for submitting the Strategic Spatial Energy Plan, which is to be prepared by the National Power System Operator. Originally, the document was required to be submitted by December 31, 2026, but the deadline has now been postponed by one year to December 31, 2027. The Strategic Spatial Energy Plan is a long-term planning document that defines the territorial location of energy infrastructure facilities and the development of the energy system as a whole. Such plans typically consider the prospects for developing generating capacity, grid infrastructure, and energy supply needs for an extended period. The reasons for the deadline extension are not specified in the announcement, but such decisions are usually related to the need for additional time to collect data, conduct consultations with interested parties, or refine planning methodology. The one-year extension gives the power system operator more time to prepare a comprehensive and well-substantiated document. The National Power System Operator plays a key role in ensuring the reliability and stability of energy supply, and strategic planning is an important tool for aligning the development of energy infrastructure with the long-term goals of energy policy, including matters of energy security and the transition to more sustainable energy sources.