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"The Lahti Summit was a great success, proving that the real strength of the Union lies in its unity. Without the Lahti Summit, the Russian president would not have used a more accommodating tone towards some Member States. I congratulate our Finnish colleagues; many countries could learn from Finnish diplomacy, which has always been able to continue the dialogue with Russia even during the most difficult times.
Obviously, there exists a mutual but asymmetrical interdependence in energy supply between the EU and Russia. We in the EU, as importing states, are more dependent, but Russia’s dependence must also be considered. Our aim is to reduce this dependence on Russian energy sources, but for most Member States – Hungary amongst them – there is no viable medium-term alternative. As far as renewable energy sources are concerned, Mr Barroso, the European Commission has no viable concept of any kind.
We criticise Russia on the rule of law, and rightly so. But can we speak of the rule of law, Mr Barroso, if there is no legal security within the European Commission? When, in the middle of the maize harvest, the Union changes the rules of intervention for maize? This is no rule of law nor legal security. We rightfully criticise Russia, but we too have to observe the rule of law. My congratulations on the summit, and I ask Mr Barroso to take steps, because otherwise Hungary will call on the European Court of Justice, as this is no rule of law nor legal security. Let us set a good example for Mr Putin and the Russian democrats!"@en1
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