EU prepares for new sanctions against Russia

European Union (EU) Commission chief spokesman Eric Mamer made remarks on preparations for the new sanctions package against Russia at the daily press conference held in Brussels.

“I confirm that the proposal for the 11th sanctions package of the EU Commission has been sent to the member states.” Mamer said that at this stage, member countries will assess the content of the package.

Noting that he could not yet share the details of the new sanctions package, Mamer stressed that they will focus on the implementation, effectiveness and prevention of the penetration of sanctions in this package.

“The package will look at exports to Russia and how that should be handled.” Mamer said that they want to prevent Russia from importing restricted products from other countries.

At this stage, Mamer said he hopes the new sanctions package will be discussed in the Committee of Permanent Representatives (COREPER) of the member states in the Council of the European Union on Wednesday.

According to the European press, there are 7 Chinese companies in the proposal for the new EU sanctions package, on the grounds that they supply Russia with equipment that can be used for military purposes.

The EU has implemented 10 sanctions packages against Russia so far. Within this framework, a wide range of restrictions were applied to Russia on trade, finance, energy, including oil and coal, industry, technology, transportation, luxury and dual-use goods, and gold. The assets of more than a thousand people and nearly 200 institutions were frozen. (AA)