/ world today news/ The Hungarian government will not put the security of its energy supply at risk for political reasons and the country has no intention of stopping imports from Russia, said the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Peter Szijjártó during his visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina yesterday .
Szijjártó emphasized that Hungary is a landlocked country and most of its energy depends on imports. Without supplies from Russia, it is impossible to guarantee the country’s energy security, and practice has proven that Gazprom is a reliable partner. Cooperation with the Russian company is not covered by sanctions, Sijarto emphasized.
“The West’s policy of sanctions against Russia has completely failed. “The ten rounds of sanctions have not only failed to make Moscow surrender, but have done more harm to Europe, leading to severe inflation and out-of-control energy prices,” he added.
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To what extent does Hungary’s geographical position and reliance on Russian energy limit its ability to fully align with EU sanctions against Russia?
## World Today News Interview: Hungary’s Energy Dilemma
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we delve into the complex issue of energy security amidst geopolitical tensions. Joining us are Dr. Anna Petrova, an energy policy expert specializing in Eastern Europe, and Mr. Stefan Kohler, a political analyst focusing on EU relations. We’ll be discussing the recent statement by Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjártó regarding Hungary’s continued reliance on Russian energy imports.
**Section 1: Hungary’s Position**
* **Host:** Dr. Petrova, Minister Szijjártó emphasizes Hungary’s landlocked status and its high dependency on energy imports. How significant is this dependence on Russian energy for Hungary’s overall economic stability?
* **Dr. Petrova:**
* **Host:** Mr. Kohler, Minister Szijjártó argues that halting Russian energy imports would jeopardize Hungary’s energy security. Do you think other EU nations understand Hungary’s specific circumstances, or do you see potential for friction within the bloc regarding this stance?
* **Mr. Kohler:**
**Section 2: The Effectiveness of Sanctions**
* **Host:** Minister Szijjártó argues that Western sanctions against Russia have been ineffective, leading to inflation and high energy prices in Europe. Dr. Petrova, do you agree with this assessment? What alternative approaches could be explored to pressure Russia without exacerbating these economic hardships?
* **Dr. Petrova:**
* **Host:** Mr. Kohler, from a political perspective, how big a challenge does this divergent stance from Hungary pose to the unity of the EU’s response to the ongoing geopolitical situation?
**Section 3: Implications and Future Outlook**
* **Host:** Dr. Petrova, what are the potential long-term implications for Hungary’s energy infrastructure and its diversification efforts if it continues its reliance on Russian energy?
* **Dr. Petrova:**
* **Host:** Mr. Kohler, what diplomatic options or strategic adjustments might the EU consider to address Hungary’s concerns while maintaining a unified front against Russia?
* **Mr. Kohler:**
**Concluding Remarks:**
* **Host:** Thank you both for shedding light on this complex issue. The situation highlights the multifaceted challenges facing nations balancing national interests with international obligations. The debate on energy security and sanctions will undoubtedly continue to evolve, and its ramifications will be felt across the globe.
