German CDU signals expiration of fuel and energy tax relief measures

Germany's Economy Minister Reiche has confirmed the rejection of new fuel subsidies and the expiration of existing fuel tax relief measures, signaling a shift away from direct price support despite rising fuel costs and geopolitical supply risks. Concurrently, Ukraine has frozen energy tariffs for the duration of martial law, with no immediate price adjustments planned despite ongoing IMF collaboration on energy sector reform. These are confirmed developments.