Gazprom has offered to settle antitrust charges leveled by the European Commission in a bid to end a politically charged investigation that could cost it billions in fines.
The company, which is the dominant supplier of natural gas in much of Central and Eastern Europe, addressed the Commission’s concerns about how Gazprom sets prices, according to a person briefed on the negotiations.
The Commission confirmed it had received the proposal and would “assess [it] carefully.” The offer will not pause the ongoing investigation.
Gazprom said in a statement that it had yet to discuss the specific offer with Commission officials. It must submit …read more
Source: European Voice
