Slovenia becomes first EU country to introduce fuel rationing
Under the new measures, private motorists in Slovenia will be restricted to a maximum purchase of 50 litres of fuel per day. Businesses and farmers have a more generous allowance of 200 litres. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Slovenia has become the first EU country to introduce fuel rationing on March 24 due to disruptions in global energy markets caused by the US-Israeli strikes on Iran and its retaliation. This measure aims to combat "fuel tourism" from neighboring countries taking advantage of lower, regulated prices.
- Private motorists are restricted to a maximum purchase of 50 litres of fuel per day, while businesses and farmers can purchase up to 200 litres.
- The rationing is being policed by petrol station employees, with encouragement for stricter limits on foreign drivers.
- The price difference, with Euro-super 95 at a maximum of €1.47 in Slovenia compared to nearly €1.80 in Austria, is driving cross-border refuelling trips.
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