The Hungarian government may completely halt purchases of Russian gas, the country’s Foreign Minister Anita Orban said
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Hungary, one of Gazprom's last major customers in the European Union, will stop buying Russian gas by autumn next year, said the country's Foreign Minister Anita Orban.
There is a threat of severe penalties and soaring utility costs if Hungary cuts off Russian energy supplies before EU deadlines.
Hungary is not going to go against the policy of the European Union (EU) on the withdrawal of energy resources from the Russian Federation. Therefore, by the fall of 2027, the country will refuse
Hungary is taking an important step towards energy independence by announcing the abandonment of Russian gas by 2027. 🇭🇺🇪🇺 Foreign Minister Anita Orban spoke about plans for diversification of supplies, which opens up new opportunities for the region. ⚡ A bold enough solution to strengthen energy security!
The Hungarian government's change of direction could also have an impact on energy relations. According to a Russian analyst, the premature termination of previous contracts could impose financial burdens on the country that could have been avoided.
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