“The United States moved to offensive action in the struggle for energy markets. Lobbyists of US energy moguls in Congress intend to arm them with the right to oust Russian energy suppliers from Europe. Statements in the style of “promoting increased competition” are a hypocritical cover for crude American domination, with the help of which the US will try to prevent Russia from cooperating with Europe. Such legislative initiatives by the United States are a continuation of the anti-Russian campaign, contrary to the generally accepted norms of international trade and look like open pressure on European countries seeking energy independence. ” So a member of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs, Sergei Zheleznyak, commented on the American bill that aims to counter Russian energy supplies to Europe.
“In an attempt to oust Russia from the European energy market, the US authorities are ready to sacrifice partnerships with Europe, giving them ultimatums and threatening sanctions for working with our country.” It is absolutely clear that Washington’s methods of unfair competition will not achieve an increase in the attractiveness of LNG for European consumers. The competitive advantages of Russian fuel are known in Europe, in the world as a whole, and only those states that are not focused on their own national interests are ready to agree with Washington.
European countries that understand the benefits of direct deliveries of Russian gas have repeatedly stated their intention to develop cooperation with our country in the energy sector and to continue the construction of Nord Stream-2, despite the threats from the United States.
I believe that the responsible authorities of European countries will not abandon direct and reliable supplies of Russian energy resources that can improve the energy security of the region. In turn, Russia will adequately respond to the aggressive actions of the United States, including at the legislative level.”