“Gas stations are using the moment to make a little more profit.” Thus, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Asen Vassilev commented on fuel prices on the air of NOVA.
He recalled that there is a body to control them – the Commission for Protection of Competition. Asked if she was doing this, Vassilev said: “Obviously not.”
„We had several conversations with Lukoil, so that the wholesale price includes the discount, which is the difference between Russian oil and Brent. And the price in recent months is equal, “Vassilev commented.
This was the role of the CPC. “I am glad that the parliament has started a procedure to change the Law on Protection of Competition and to change the composition of the commission in order to enter one that will do its job,” said the Deputy Prime Minister.
He also explained how the 25 stotinki discount will be given. It will be for private cars registered in Bulgaria or leased. The driver must show the car ticket at the ticket office. In this case, it was not possible to give the discount only to those in need.
„Where we can, we help vulnerable groups. Assistance for working parents with children, for pensioners with lower benefits. Where it is technically possible, the aid is targeted “, Vassilev commented.
Asked when Bulgaria will give up Russian oil, the Deputy Prime Minister explained that this will happen when there is a technical possibility in Lukoil. The company said that this could happen in 12 to 18 months.
“Or when the whole of Europe gives up”, added Vassilev. Our country has clearly stated that it wants to be among the exceptions, if there are such countries. “We have clearly stated that if there are exceptions and we are not among them, we will veto,” said Asen Vassilev.
Regarding the information that Germany and Italy have allowed their companies to open accounts in rubles to buy Russian gas, Vassilev explained that the important thing here is not the state.
“Gas, which has replaced Russian gas, is now cheaper”said Vassilev.
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