Former French environment minister Ségolène Royal has spoken out against what she calls "speculation" in the energy sector in France, while also defending the government's policy of strengthening ties with Algeria. Her comments come amid ongoing debates over energy prices and supply security in Europe.
Royal, a prominent figure in the Socialist Party, argued that speculative practices are driving up energy costs for consumers and businesses. She called for greater regulation and transparency in energy markets to protect households from volatile price swings.
Regarding Algeria, Royal emphasized the importance of deepening energy cooperation with the North African country, which is a major supplier of natural gas to Europe. She described the rapprochement as strategically vital for France's energy independence and for diversifying supply sources away from Russia.
The former minister's remarks were reported by French media on August 14, 2026. No specific policy proposals or data were provided in the available reports.
