Russia is prematurely happy with the completion of the Nord Stream 2 (SP-2) construction. In addition to the already adopted restrictions, the European Commission may stop the gas pipeline.
This was stated by the MEP from the faction “green” Reinhard Boutikofer, transfers DW… There are already a number of restrictions: 50% of the capacity must be given to independent companies. In addition, according to the gas directive, the Russian “Gazprom” cannot both produce gas and deliver it through its own gas pipeline (the companies need to be split up).
Butikofer also pointed out that, according to European norms, third parties should also have the right to pump gas into the pipeline, but Gazprom has not yet found a solution to this issue either. Finally, the launch of the SP-2 requires certification from the German authorities, and it is also unknown when it will be received.
Even if the Federal Network Agency approves the launch of SP-2, this project may still be stopped by the European Commission. If there are serious arguments in favor of the fact that the positive decision of the federal agency on the SP-2 contradicts the European energy legislation, then the new gas pipeline may still turn into an “investment ruin.”
Formerly Permanent Representative of Russia to the EU Vladimir Chizhov said that the rise in gas prices in Europe will facilitate the commissioning the Nord Stream 2 pipeline… “I think it will have an impact, I hope it will be positive. They will be accelerated, although, as you understand, there are many in the EU who see the Kremlin’s hand in the rise in world gas prices and thus an attempt to impose Nord Stream-2 “, – he said.
Gas price on September 16 reached a record $ 950 per thousand cubic meters. On Friday, September 17, the cost approached $ 1000.
As reported OBOZREVATEL, in the European Parliament call on the EU to rebuff the Russian Federationif she continues her aggressive policy. The EU must continue to support Eastern Partnership states such as Ukraine and Georgia and promote European reforms and fundamental freedoms in the region. Also MEPs call to stop Nord Stream 2.
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