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Serbia faces gas supply challenges as EU moves to phase out Russian gas imports

Serbia’s energy sector faces uncertainty following the European Union’s October decision to gradually ban imports of Russian natural gas, a move that will take full effect on 1 January 2028. The proposed EU regulation introduces a phased ban, with transitional measures for existing contracts. However, the document does not clearly specify how Russian gas transit to non-EU countries will be regulated, leaving Serbia’s future supply routes in question. Serbia relies on Russian gas for over 80% of its needs. The…