The US, Qatar and other natural gas exporters have urged the EU to relax parts
of proposed methane-emissions rules, warning the measures could threaten EU
energy security. In a letter to European leaders co-signed by Nigeria and
Algeria they called for a "pragmatic approach" to clarify and amend rule details
so importers can continue supplying required oil and gas. The appeal comes as
the EU faces pressure to lower high energy prices and plans to boost US gas
imports amid the Middle East conflict; several member states want the methane
rules' impact on energy security discussed at this week's EU energy ministers
meeting.
