US EditionNews Digest: Brussels Rebukes Slovakia for Discriminating Against Foreign Drivers
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Slovakia's decision to require foreign drivers to pay more for diesel is contrary to European Union (EU) law, the European Commission (EC) said on Tuesday.
The Slovak government's decision to make diesel more expensive for foreign drivers at Slovak gas stations is incompatible with EU law, the European Commission said today. While Brussels understands the need to support citizens, the measures must not discriminate based on nationality and must not undermine the integrity of the single market, it explained.
Brussels warns Slovakia over ‘discriminatory’ dual fuel pricing targeting foreign drivers
By Thomas Brooke | Remix News | March 25, 2026 The European Commission has warned Slovakia that its newly introduced dual diesel pricing system — charging foreign drivers more than locals — violates EU law, setting up a fresh clash with Prime Minister Robert Fico over energy policy. The dispute centers on emergency measures adopted by the Slovak government on March 18, which impose a 30-day restriction on diesel refueling and introduce higher pr…
Slovakia has introduced regulations that affect foreign drivers – including Poles.
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