Romania: Romania reportedly avoids taking over management of Lukoil refinery

November 20, 2025

Romania reportedly avoids taking over management of Lukoil refinery
Nov 20, 2025

Romania reportedly avoids taking over management of Lukoil refinery.

The Romanian authorities will prepare framework legislation aimed at smoothing the sale of Lukoil's assets, including Petrotel refinery, according to Digi24, citing sources familiar with the negotiations. Initially, minister of energy Bogdan Ivan said Romania must take control of Lukoil's (…)

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