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Trump claims diesel export ban never on table as G7 agrees reserve release
What happened
US President Donald Trump stated a diesel export ban was "never really on the table", despite previous claims that it was being considered. The G7 nations have agreed to release 100 million barrels of fuel and oil from emergency stocks, with a "substantial" amount of diesel available within 20 days. The release of reserves is intended to stabilise energy supplies and shield households and businesses from price shocks.
Why it matters
The agreement may help alleviate high fuel prices, which have been driven by global supply disruptions and are affecting householders' cost-of-living. The release of reserves may also ease pressure on the US to take action to bring down fuel prices ahead of the midterm elections. The G7's commitment to refrain from energy export restrictions may have implications for the global energy market.
Key facts
- The UK imports nearly 55% of its diesel, with the US accounting for around 31% of that.
- Average UK diesel prices have topped £2 a litre for the first time.
- The release of reserves is intended to last four months, beginning immediately.
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