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Governments worldwide are weighing export bans and price controls as global fuel shortages and soaring prices trigger political and economic pressure.
The Trump administration is preparing a 90-day ban on U.S. diesel exports, with Politico reporting the measure could be announced as early as next week, though the White House denied such plans . Energy Secretary Chris Wright and other officials oppose a total ban, according to Politico . U.S. diesel prices have hit record highs, averaging $6.52 per gallon, according to AAA .
In Europe, Latvia’s government plans to reduce fuel prices by up to €0.20 per liter through excise tax cuts, waiving reserve requirements, and lifting biofuel mandates, with measures set to take effect from Oct. 1 to Dec. 31 . Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs linked the crisis to disrupted global refining capacity, particularly in Russia, and rising demand for diesel, which powers 67% of Latvia’s vehicle fleet .
Germany is advancing a “dynamic” fuel price cap, with government spokesman Stefan Kornelius stating the measure will adapt to market conditions and be implemented by Jan. 1, 2027 . France expanded fuel relief measures for households, allocating €450 million to offset record diesel prices of €2.41 per liter .
Bulgaria’s Parliament voted to lift a ban on diesel and aviation fuel exports to the European Union, reversing a restriction in place since October 2025 . Meanwhile, Poland’s Orlen warned that government proposals to cap fuel margins could trigger shortages, citing past disruptions when similar measures were imposed .
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