In order to start the North Stream-2 gas pipeline, three obstacles must be overcome. They called the Observer America Herntez in an article for edition Politico.
So, to start the work, the operator of the gas pipeline it is necessary to conduct technical works that may take up to three months, Herntendez noted. This includes cleaning the naval sections of the “Northern Flow-2” after which it is inspected for leaks and other potential problems.
In addition, the gas pipeline should receive a security certificate from an organization that is independent and recognized by the international community. At the same time, the American Senator James Rish said that any foreign company that will participate in the checkpoint will fall under US sanctions, the author recalled.
In addition, the Federal Network Agency for Germany (BNA) must confirm compliance with European requirements. At the same time, the regulator may issue a temporary permit if he sees the threat to the energy security of Germany on the eve of winter due to high gas prices and low levels in storages.
Previously, senators from the Republican Party of the United States threatened to disrupt the appointments in the leadership of the country’s Ministry of Finance, if the Presidential Administration Jo Bayiden does not impose sanctions against the Nord Stream-2 gas pipeline operator 2 AG.