俄罗斯股东：同意出售塞尔维亚石油公司股份

Core Viewpoint - The Russian majority shareholder of the Serbian Oil Company (NIS) has agreed to sell its 56.15% controlling stake, with ongoing discussions with potential buyers while maintaining operational stability and restoring crude oil supply as key government requirements [1][3]. Group 1 - The Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy, Handa Novic, announced the sale of the controlling stake in NIS by its Russian shareholder [1][3]. - The Serbian government emphasizes two core requirements: the continued stable operation of NIS and the prompt restoration of crude oil supply [1][3]. - NIS has submitted a special license application to the U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control to continue importing crude oil and maintain operations at its refinery in Pančevo [1][3]. Group 2 - The U.S. government has insisted on the complete withdrawal of Russia from NIS and has imposed sanctions on the company since October 9, rejecting any management adjustments as a means to lift the sanctions [1][3]. - NIS plays a crucial role in the Serbian oil market, accounting for approximately 80% of domestic supply, with its oil reserves expected to last until around November 25 [1][3].