The objectives of the Authority are to:

  1. link the electrical power networks in the member states by providing the necessary investments for the exchange of the electrical power in order to face the loss of the ability to generate electricity in emergency situations;

  2. reduce the electrical generation reserve of each of the member states;

  3. improve the economic efficiency of the electricity power systems in the member states;

  4. provide the basis for the exchange of electrical power among the member states in such a way as to serve the economic aspects and strengthen the reliability of the electrical supplies;

  5. deal with the existing companies and authorities in charge of the electricity sector in the member states and elsewhere in order to coordinate their operations and strengthen the efficiency of operation with due regard to the circumstances relating to each state;

  6. to follow up the world technological development in the field of electricity and to seek to apply the best modern technologies.