Ramp for tourists
This measure was introduced due to the global rise in energy prices caused by the war in Iran, Reuters reports.
Ramp for tourists The Slovak government has approved a decree allowing gasoline stations to charge foreigners higher prices for diesel fuel. This measure aims to combat fuel tourism, which has been exacerbated by rising global energy prices and lower diesel costs in Slovakia compared to neighboring Poland. The Slovak prime minister cited drivers filling up their tanks and causing fuel shortages at some stations as the reason for this decision.
- Slovakia’s government approved a decree allowing higher diesel prices for foreigners at gas stations.
- The measure is intended to curb fuel tourism, which has increased due to rising global energy prices.
- Slovnaft reported a surge in diesel purchases in northern districts bordering Poland due to lower prices in Slovakia.
- Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that drivers were filling tanks and causing shortages.
- Neighboring countries like Hungary have implemented fuel price limits, and Poland’s Orlen has reduced margins.
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