“我们不同意！”匈牙利与斯洛伐克硬刚欧盟，坚持与俄罗斯合作

Group 1 - The EU's plan to cut off Russian gas by the end of 2027 faced strong opposition from Hungary and Slovakia, highlighting tensions within the bloc regarding energy security and national sovereignty [1][2] - Hungary's Foreign Minister Szijjarto emphasized that the EU's proposal would force Hungary to rely on a pipeline through Croatia, which has seen transit fees increase fivefold, while existing routes are blocked or unstable [2][4] - Slovakia's Prime Minister Fico criticized the EU's energy transition plan as "economic suicide," warning that the negative impacts on the EU would be greater than those from Russia [2][4] Group 2 - In response to the opposition, the European Commission announced a shift to a "qualified majority voting" mechanism to bypass member states' veto power, aiming to enforce the ban on Russian gas imports [4] - The new regulations include a complete ban on Russian pipeline gas and LNG imports starting January 1, 2026, with existing short-term contracts having a one-year transition period [4] - The EU invoked "force majeure" clauses to protect companies from legal repercussions of contract terminations due to the ban, although concerns about the economic impact remain [4][6] Group 3 - The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has exacerbated the energy crisis, with European natural gas prices surging by 6% in a single day and electricity wholesale prices rising by 40% [6] - The risk of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, which handles 20% of global LNG transport, could lead to oil prices soaring to $120 per barrel [6] - High inflation and GDP contraction in the Eurozone are anticipated as oil prices rise, raising questions about the economic costs of the EU's energy policies [6] Group 4 - The EU's push for a ban on Russian gas imports contrasts with its restrictive measures against Chinese renewable energy companies, leading to internal dissent [8] - The wind energy sector argues that limiting Chinese companies is a "lose-lose strategy," as past restrictions on Chinese solar components have resulted in decreased installation rates in Europe [8] - Austria's suggestion to reopen Russian gas imports if peace is achieved in Ukraine reveals divisions within the EU, particularly between Western and Eastern member states [8]