Germany maintains firm stance against Russian oil imports
The PCK Schwedt Refinery in Germany is facing challenges with its oil supply. After sanctions were imposed on Russia, the facility turned to alternative sources, yet there are calls to return to Russian supplies. Still, the German government remains firm in its decision not to lift the sanctions.
Located in eastern Brandenburg, the PCK Schwedt Refinery hasn't received Russian oil since Russia's aggression against Ukraine led to sanctions. According to "Sueddeutsche Zeitung," the oil is now supplied through the ports of Rostock and Gdańsk, along with partial deliveries from Kazakhstan via the "Druzhba" pipeline. Despite these measures, the current situation is seen as temporary.
In Germany, there is a push from some quarters for lifting the sanctions on Russia to resume oil imports from there.
Brandenburg Prime Minister Dietmar Woidke has expressed understanding for the demands of the refinery staff but stressed that importing from Russia is not feasible as long as the conflict in Ukraine persists.
"Sueddeutsche Zeitung" notes Poland's concerns, viewing this as potentially undermining the European stance against Russia.
As reported by "SZ," the German government has dismissed calls to remove the sanctions. A government spokeswoman highlighted Germany's significant efforts to become independent of Russian raw materials. The Ministry of Economy cautions against another dependency on Russian oil, emphasizing the need to transition toward green hydrogen as the future of the country's energy strategy.
