European gas prices keep climbing as IEA calls for emergency reserves
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With European gas prices hitting the highest since early 2023, the International Energy Agency says governments should consider strategic reserves, more flexible contracts and closer international cooperation to prepare for future natural gas shortages.
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What happened
With European gas prices hitting the highest since early 2023, the International Energy Agency says governments should consider strategic reserves, more flexible contracts and closer international cooperation to prepare for future natural gas shortages.
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