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Croatia Imposes Price Caps on Fuel – Gasoline Capped at €1.5, Diesel at €1.55

Published March 9, 2026, 17:13
Croatia Imposes Price Caps on Fuel – Gasoline Capped at €1.5, Diesel at €1.55

Croatia has announced the imposition of price caps on fuel, in response to rising prices caused by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and pressures on global oil supplies. The government, under Prime Minister Andrej Plenković, will set a maximum price of €1.55 per liter for diesel and €1.50 per liter for gasoline, preventing significant increases that were predicted. Plenković emphasized that this move aims to protect the living standards of Croatian citizens. Croatia thus becomes one of the first countries in the European Union to take such measures to curb fuel prices. The decision comes at a time of concern for global energy security, as oil prices have exceeded $100 a barrel for the first time since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This increase is linked to the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, which creates uncertainty about the availability of oil. The imposition of price caps on fuel is a significant market intervention measure, aimed at mitigating the economic impact of the energy crisis for consumers in Croatia. The government is expected to closely monitor the situation and adjust its measures according to developments in the global energy market.