Hungary and Slovakia are poised to challenge the European Union’s ambitious REPowerEU plan, which aims to drastically reduce dependence on Russian oil and gas imports. Both Central European nations have expressed concerns over the potential economic and energy security impacts of the proposed import ban, signaling a growing divide within the EU over how to achieve its climate and energy goals. As the bloc pushes forward with its strategy to diversify energy sources and accelerate the green transition, the legal and political dispute with Hungary and Slovakia underscores the complex balancing act between collective environmental commitments and national interests.
Hungary and Slovakia Push Back Against EU Oil and Gas Import Ban
Hungary and Slovakia have formally opposed the European Union’s ambitious plan to enforce a ban on oil and gas imports as part of the REPowerEU initiative. Both countries argue that the stoppage could severely disrupt their energy security and economic…
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Author : Mia Garcia
Publish date : 2026-01-28 02:58:00
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