Getting rid of dependence on Russian crude oil, Czech Republic will use the Tar oil pipeline to replace the “Friendship” pipeline

On March 28th, Czech state-owned oil pipeline operator Mero announced in a statement on March 27th that the upgraded Tar oil pipeline will be put into operation for the first time in April, increasing the import of crude oil through Italian ports to replace the “Youyi” pipeline that imports crude oil from Russia. According to local media reports, the “Friendship” pipeline was originally scheduled to continue using until June this year, but due to payment issues related to sanctions against Russia, the pipeline has been suspended since early March.

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