New US sanctions: President granted authority to impose tariffs of up to 100%
US President Donald Trump has signed a new law that expands the American administration's capabilities in matters of foreign policy. The document, known as the "Lindsey Graham Act," is aimed at increasing economic pressure on countries that actively cooperate with Russia in the energy sector.
Under the new law, the US President now has the right to impose customs duties of up to 100% on goods from countries that are the largest buyers of Russian oil and gas. These measures are intended to limit revenue from energy exports and change trade relations between participants in the global market.
Experts note that the law primarily affects states that continue to purchase large volumes of Russian hydrocarbons. The introduction of such high tariffs could significantly impact global trade and alter the supply chains of many goods imported into the United States from these countries.
At the moment, Russian authorities and representatives of the energy sector are analyzing the potential consequences of this decision. It is expected that consultations will be held in the near future to assess the risks to the Russian economy and to find ways to adapt to the new conditions in the international market.
The situation remains tense, as the new measures could lead to serious changes in global trade policy. We will be monitoring how exactly the US administration plans to exercise these powers and which countries will be the first to be hit by the new restrictions.