Russia takes control of Ukraine's economy
Russia has taken control of Ukraine's economy, according to Dmitry Marunich, co-chairman of the Energy Strategy Fund, on NewsOne.
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From June 1, Russia will only supply Ukraine with coal, oil and petroleum products under certain licenses. This is one of the measures to deal with Kiev's expansion of the list of Russian goods banned from import into Ukraine. According to experts, this measure has given Moscow a "strong lever of influence".
"The fact is that the Russian authorities have received a powerful lever to influence the supply of oil products in Ukraine, along with the general state of the Ukrainian economy," he said.
However, according to Mr. Marunich, the supply of petroleum products from Russia will not stop.
The expert also commented on the possibility of concluding a new contract between Moscow and Kiev on direct gas supplies and reducing the price of natural gas consumed by the Ukrainian population.
"So far there have been no negotiations in this direction. And I do not see the desire of the Ukrainian authorities to conclude new transport contracts with the Russian Federation. In addition, “Naftogaz” is planning to sue “Gazprom” in court. It is clear that the issue of supply does not correspond to the conclusion of new import-export contracts "- Marunich concluded.
