Category: economy

The decision to boycott the G20 summit due to Putin's participation has not yet been made

The White House is convinced that the G20 will not be able to collectively remove Russia from its ranks, as a consensus is needed for this decision. And China did not agree to the exclusion. The White House is discussing how to deal with the November G20 summit, whose hosts received confirmation on Friday that…

The EU may approve a gradual oil embargo against Russia as early as next week, the New York Times

And approve sanctions against Russia's Sberbank. The European Union is likely to approve a phased ban on Russian oil next week. According to the New York Times, citing officials and diplomats close to the process. Subsequently, the European Commission will be able to make a final proposal on new measures. EU ambassadors are set to…

The World Bank will provide Ukraine with an additional 495 million euros in grant funds – the Ministry of Finance

Funds will be provided by Norway, Austria and the United States. Ukraine will receive from the World Trust Fund additional € 495 million in grants from the Bank under the Second Loan Development Policy Program. Relevant amendments to the Grant Agreement were signed today by Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko and the World Bank Regional Director…

Exports from Ukraine fell by 52% in March, imports – even more: according to the NBU

In particular, the decline in exports of services primarily led to a significant reduction in the provision of transport services. Exports of goods from Ukraine in March 2022 decreased by 52.4% compared to March 2021 (y/y), while in February 2022 increased by 22.3% y/y p. Imports of goods in March this year decreased by 65.2%…

Customs clearance of cars: Ukrainians still have the opportunity to buy a used car cheaper

Currently, cars can be imported through several checkpoints. A bill on the restoration of import duties has been registered in the parliament cars. However, some Ukrainians will be able to import vehicles for the needs of the Armed Forces and the SRS without taxation. Until these changes are adopted, Ukrainians still have the opportunity to…

Borjomi has announced the cessation of mineral water production due to sanctions against Russia

The company does not have the ability to receive foreign exchange earnings and settle with creditors. IDS Borjomi Georgia, which produces mineral water « Borjomi “, stops production due to sanctions against Russia. This was reported by the Russian media. The company said that the difficult situation in major markets has been exacerbated by limited…