The Government of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) has adopted a decision aimed at stabilizing energy market conditions. The measure includes limits on profit margins for petroleum products and approval of a draft law for the natural gas sector. The Government said the steps were taken in the context of recent developments in energy markets.
Fuel margin caps for wholesale and retail sales
Under the new rules, wholesale margins on non-premium fuels are capped at €0.03 per liter. Retailers are allowed a maximum margin of €0.125 per liter. The regulation is set to remain in force for 90 days.
Enforcement will be carried out by both federal and cantonal market inspectorates, according to the Government. Authorities said the decision responds to energy market developments. They stated it is intended to help control fuel price volatility and protect consumers from sharp price increases.
Draft Law on Natural Gas sent to Federation Parliament
In the same session, the Government approved a draft Law on Natural Gas. The draft was forwarded to the Federation Parliament for further procedure. The proposed legislation sets out a regulatory framework for organizing and developing the gas sector.
The framework covers activities including production, transport, distribution, storage, supply, and trading. It also includes rules for market supervision and operation within the gas sector.
