Germany has backed an initiative by several EU member states to amend proposed EU methane emissions rules, saying some provisions could threaten energy security. The draft regulation, aimed at curbing potent greenhouse gases, would impose new obligations on fossil-fuel importers. Earlier this week the US, Qatar and other gas producers urged the EU to change the rules, warning they could jeopardize oil and gas supply; disagreements over the regulation have since intensified.(金十数据)