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U.S., Qatar urge EU to change methane rules

Published Wednesday, June 24, 2026 · Updated June 25

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  • International Pressure on EU Methane Rules — 1 source

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The U.S. and Qatar have urged the European Union to reconsider its upcoming methane emissions rules for oil and gas imports, which are set to take effect next year. They warn that the policy, requiring methane monitoring and verification, could disrupt Europe's fuel supplies. Despite these concerns and calls for delay from some EU member states, the European Union remains firm on its regulations.

What We Know — Key Points

  • From next year, the EU regulation will require methane monitoring and verification for fuel deliveries to the bloc.
  • The U.S. and Qatar have urged the European Union to revise its planned methane emissions rules for oil and gas imports.
  • They warned that the EU's methane policy could disrupt fuel supplies to Europe.
  • The EU remains firm on its regulations despite calls for revision from the U.S., Qatar, and some member states.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

International Pressure on EU Methane Rules
  • The Hindu

    The U.S. and Qatar have urged the European Union to revise its planned methane emissions rules for oil and gas imports, warning that the policy could disrupt fuel supplies to Europe. The EU, however, remains firm on its regulations, despite some member states also seeking a delay.

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