This week the European Commission will start informal meetings on the 13th package of sanctions against russia for its invasion of Ukraine. Reuters reports citing its own sources, UNN reports.
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On Saturday, the European Commission will begin high-level meetings with EU member states to agree on new restrictions against th
According to the agency, the proposals are expected to focus on closing more loopholes for circumventing sanctions, especially for components that can be used for military purposes, as well as on a number of new lists of individuals and legal entities.
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In addition, some minor sectoral measures, such as new import bans, are also likely.
At the same time, the publication reminded that Poland and the Baltic states are calling for a ban on imports of russian aluminum and liquefied natural gas (LNG).
Recall
The European Council has extended economic sanctions against russia for another 6 months until July 31, 2024 in response to russia's actions to destabilize the situation in Ukraine.
The sanctions, first introduced in 2014, have been significantly expanded since February 2022 and include restrictions on trade, finance, technology, industry, transportation and luxury goods.