Russian authorities are considering imposing tariffs on imported wine to stimulate local producers. The decision on this issue will be made within two months. opens “Rossiyskaya Gazeta” words by Alexei Sazanov, Deputy Head of the Ministry of Finance (Minfin).
Currently, taxes on imported wine in the Russian domestic market are 12.5%. A number of departments, including the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Industry and Trade, are participating in the discussion about a possible change in this bar. At the same time, we are not talking about a full-fledged ban on the import of foreign wine into Russia.
“It is important for us to work on a balanced solution (the amount of taxes on imported wine – socialbites.ca) that will not lead to a significant increase in prices for consumers. In our opinion, the parameters currently discussed allow us to maintain price stability in the Russian wine market, but in any case, if necessary, the FAS will also participate in the process and analyze the situation in the market. .
June 16 RBC online edition reportedSenator Andrei Klishas submitted a draft amendment to the laws allowing the sale and distribution of alcohol online to Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Grigorenko for consideration. According to the initiative, the sale of alcohol will be carried out by licensed companies.