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Hungary Can Modify Gas Deal With Russia Without Consulting EC

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Hungary has negotiated to be able to modify its gas delivery deal adjustments without the need to consult the European Commission, Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said.

  • "It was important for us that in this very bad proposal as a small achievement we got a free hand to modify (the contract). That is, we do not need to consult with the European Commission about modifications to the long-term contract (with Russia) if that becomes necessary in case of a price cap," Szijjarto said.
  • Szijjarto said that if the gas price cap was approved, Hungary would need to adjust its deal with Russia, which was open to a possible change.

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