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2026-07-13 11:26:34
[EU rush to buy Russian LNG before the ban takes effect, imports hit record high in the first half of the year] (1) In the first half of 2026, the EU imported 9.89 million tons of Russian LNG from the Yamal LNG project, an increase of 18% compared to the same period last year, absorbing almost all of the facility's output. NGOs estimate that the payment for these goods may be as high as 6 billion euros. (2) The main importing countries are France, Belgium and Spain, which imported 3.6 million tons, 2.9 million tons and 2.7 million tons respectively in the first half of the year. (3) Current EU regulations only allow the import of Russian LNG under long-term contracts, and each shipment must be confirmed as compliant by the customs of the importing country. From January 1, 2027, the EU will completely ban the import of Russian LNG under long-term contracts.
