Germany has backed an initiative by several EU member states to amend proposed
EU methane emissions rules, saying some provisions could threaten energy
security. The draft regulation, aimed at curbing potent greenhouse gases, would
impose new obligations on fossil-fuel importers. Earlier this week the US, Qatar
and other gas producers urged the EU to change the rules, warning they could
jeopardize oil and gas supply; disagreements over the regulation have since
intensified.
