The European Union plans to impose taxes on grain imports from Russia and Belarus in order to reassure farmers and some member countries of the bloc. This would be the first restriction on food since the start of the conflict in Ukraine, a British newspaper reported. Finance Times.
The FT argues that Brussels has long resisted pressure from Poland and the Baltic states to limit imports from Russia and Belarus, and that such a move could undermine global food markets and harm developing countries.
According to the newspaper’s sources, despite this, the European Commission will impose a tax of 95 Euros per ton on grains coming from these countries in the coming days.
This could lead to a price increase of at least 50%, resulting in a decrease in demand. A 50% tax will also be imposed on oilseeds and their processed products.
at the end of february reportedIt was stated that Polish authorities are planning to impose a temporary embargo on agricultural products coming from Russia.
Previously in Poland statedHe said high taxes may be imposed on food products coming from the Russian Federation.