Latvia PM Discusses EU Control Over Russian Grain Transit Tariffs
What happened
The Prime Minister of Latvia stated that the European Union has the exclusive right to determine both tariff and transit issues concerning grain produced in Russia. He noted that Russian grain is not included in sanctions lists and is purchased by strategic allies, including the United States, Switzerland, and Japan. The Prime Minister plans to visit Brussels to discuss the possibility of restricting grain transit at the EU level.
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Why it matters
Transit restrictions could lead to legal proceedings valued between 200 and 800 million Euros. Furthermore, Latvia is already involved in a separate case valued at 12 billion Euros, which could require a payment of around 450 million Euros.
Latvia is facing a trade collapse with Russia, leading the Latvian Prime Minister to seek urgent financial aid and support from Brussels.
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