The Slovenian government has announced measures in response to rising oil prices caused by geopolitical developments in the Middle East.
According to reports, excise duties on diesel and heating oil are planned to be reduced to the lowest level allowed under European Union legislation. In addition, a temporary and extraordinary measure will ease the impact of the CO₂ levy, and the excise duty on petrol will also be lowered.
This approach aims to mitigate the impact of global price increases on end-user prices in the country.
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The Slovenian government warns that without intervention, the price of diesel and heating oil would rise by around 26 cents per litre, while petrol would increase by about 18 cents. Thanks to the measures, the price rise will be significantly lower, amounting to roughly 12 cents for diesel and heating oil, and slightly less for petrol.
Authorities have also noted increased pressure on petrol stations in border areas due to incoming foreign drivers but emphasized that, in accordance with European Union rules, it is not possible to restrict fuel sales to certain categories of consumers.
However, enhanced monitoring of cross-border fuel transport from Slovenia has been announced.
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