“Naturally, this is more a political move. But it has a combination of politics and economics. The United States is well able to lobby its own interests, hiding behind political slogans. It is clear that the energy security of Europe today is largely ensured by the supply of Russian fuels. And President Trump is trying to replace certain types of fuel, primarily gas, with supplies from the United States by all means, ”he said.
According to the deputy, it is worth noting that in a competitive market, the American president is unable to realize his plans.
“Deliveries to Europe from Russia taking into account new routes are becoming more convenient and cheaper. In the United States, from words, to direct protectionism at the level of laws. Of course, the United States aims to achieve full energy domination over Europe, ”said Seleznev.
Earlier, the US House of Representatives passed a bill to counter Russia's energy supplies to Europe.
To become law, the project must pass the senate and be signed by the president.