The US Energy Secretary allowed the postponement of new anti-Russian sanctions
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US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said that new anti-Russian sanctions could be delayed until the end of the period specified in the law signed by Donald Trump on September 19, which provides for duties of up to 100% on goods from the top 5 exporters of Russian oil and gas and up to 500% on goods from Russia.
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Why It Matters
US President Donald Trump signed a law on September 19 that allows for the introduction of additional duties of up to 100% on goods from countries that are among the top 5 exporters of Russian oil and gas, and up to 500% on goods from Russia.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright spoke about the timing of new anti-Russian sanctions. He allowed for their delay, answering a corresponding question in an interview with CBS.
The official clarified that the American authorities may not decide to introduce new restrictions against Russia until the end of the period specified in the law signed by US President Donald Trump on September 19.
“He [Trump] leaves every decision until the very end. He evaluates trade-offs,” Wright said.
The document signed by the head of the White House allows him to introduce additional duties of up to 100 percent on goods from states that make up the top 5 largest exporters of Russian oil and gas. He could also impose new duties of up to 500 percent on goods from Russia imported into the United States. According to the norms, some of the provided measures can be taken within 30 days.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The US will postpone the decision on new anti-Russian sanctions until the end of the 30-day period specified in the law
Likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- Which countries will be among the top 5 exporters of Russian oil and gas?
- Will duties be introduced in full or in part?
- How will countries exporting Russian energy react to possible sanctions?
