Estonia· TallinnEstonia requests removal of Russian rare-earth supplier from EU sanctions
Estonia successfully requested the exclusion of a Russian rare-earth metal supplier, Solikamsk Magnesium Plant, from a new EU sanctions package, citing European manufacturers' dependence on its products.
Background
Following Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the European Union has imposed extensive sanctions on Russian entities and individuals. However, some EU member states, including Estonia, have sought exemptions for specific Russian suppliers, citing critical dependencies for European industries. This ongoing tension highlights the complex balance between economic sanctions and maintaining essential supply chains.
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Estonia requests removal of Russian rare-earth supplier from EU sanctions
First report 19h agoLast update 17h agoReports confirm that a Russian rare-earth metal supplier was removed from the EU sanctions list at Estonia's request, reducing the number of entities in the package.
The decision by Estonia to request the removal of a Russian company from sanctions has caused an uproar in Tallinn and is seen as setting a problematic precedent in Estonian foreign policy.
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