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Russia's Sanctions Are No Longer So Convenient
June 1, 2016 at 08:38
The Resolve Behind Russia Sanctions Is Weakening
Each time the European Uni-on's sanctions against Russia come up for renewal, there's speculation that some countries might break ranks and vote against the trade and financing restrictions. There will probably be no deserters this time around either; but a softening of the sanctions is on the cards in the near future. In December, the sanctions, which include travel bans and asset freezes for some Russian officials and friends of President Vladimir Putin, as well as more painful restrictions on debt market access for some big state-owned companies, were extended until July 31. Next month, the EU will consider a prolongation for another six months. Formally, there is every reason for an automatic ...
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