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EU summit to discuss lowering energy prices, common debt, Italy PM says

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Posted on February 12, 2026

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ROME, Feb 12 (Reuters) - EU leaders meeting on Thursday will focus on ways to lower energy prices while also discussing "very divisive" proposals to issue common debt as part of efforts to boost the

EU Leaders to Address Energy Price Cuts and Common Debt at Summit

EU Leaders Discuss Energy and Debt

ROME, Feb 12 (Reuters) - EU leaders meeting on Thursday will focus on ways to lower energy prices while also discussing "very divisive" proposals to issue common debt as part of efforts to boost the bloc's competitiveness, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said.

Review of Emissions Trading Scheme

Addressing reporters before the summit, Meloni also said the EU needed to thoroughly review the bloc's Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) and adopt further measures to fight speculation on energy prices.

Measures Against Energy Speculation

(Reporting by Giuseppe Fonte, Editing by Alvise Armellini)

Key Takeaways

  • EU leaders to focus on lowering energy prices.
  • Discussion on issuing common debt to boost competitiveness.
  • Italian PM emphasizes the need to review the Emissions Trading Scheme.
  • Measures against energy price speculation are proposed.
  • Summit aims to address divisive economic proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS)?
The Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) is a market-based approach used by the EU to control pollution by providing economic incentives for reducing emissions of pollutants.
What is common debt?
Common debt refers to debt that is shared among multiple parties, often used in the context of collective borrowing by countries or organizations to fund projects or initiatives.

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