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Lavrov and Wadephul Meet in New York Amid Food Export Crisis

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Sergei Lavrov and Johann Wadephul met in New York on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly on September 28, 2026. The meeting marked the first such discussion since before the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Wadephul stated the talks were prompted by security concerns and a growing food-export crisis.

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Why it matters

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The discussions focused on the possibility of reviving Black Sea grain and energy exports, which have been curtailed by attacks on port infrastructure. Wadephul noted that the talks were also influenced by requests from colleagues in the Global South regarding the threat of famine.

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Who's involved

  • Sergei LavrovRussian Foreign Minister engaged in discussions on geopolitical issues.
  • Johann WadephulGerman Foreign Minister leading discussions on security and trade issues.

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Possible knock-on effects

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    Europe might experience shifts in supply chains and market prices due to the discussions on the food-export crisis.

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