A. Peloni: Contracts for natural gas are and are paid in euros or dollars

As of February 24, the day of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the first paragraph, the first page, of the first chapter of the history of the new world, which will be more complicated and rather complex, began to be written, said the deputy government spokeswoman, Ms. Aristotle Peloni, at the 7th Delphi Economic Forum.

Ms. Peloni stressed that Greece took a stand against the Russian invasion, not only because it is a member of the European Union, but because it is a country that pursues a policy of principles, which is in favor of international law and based on which its overall policy is based. Regarding Greek-Turkish relations, he said that there was a positive atmosphere in the recent meeting of the two leaders and that the next period will show whether it will be consolidated. Referring to Turkey’s stance, Ms. Peloni noted that the neighboring country seems to be trying to close fronts and move to the West. This shift is in Greece’s interest, as long as its national interests are not harmed.

On energy contracts and the case of their payment in rubles, or if. A government spokesman was clear that these contracts are and are paid in euros or dollars and that in this matter the EU has already taken a clear position. In a relevant question from the moderator of the discussion, ERT journalist, Mrs. Christina Vidou, about the effects of the energy crisis on the economy, businesses and households, Ms. Peloni distinguished the short-term support measures and alternative plans for each eventuality, including , from the long term. He said that sanctions have a cost and that these costs are common to European citizens, so there should be a unified approach at EU level. At the same time, Greece and the EU accelerate the green transition and independence from Russian energy, based on both a common and national plan.

Source: Capital

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