The Group of 7 (G7) today called for the extension, expansion and full implementation of the current grain deal between Russia and Ukraine. Reuters writes on the basis of a statement by the G7 agriculture ministers.
The current grain deal between Ukraine and Russia was negotiated by the United Nations and Turkey and entered into force in July 2022. The deal allowed Ukraine to export more than 27 million tons of grain left over from the war in various ports on the Black Sea.
Russia, which invaded Ukraine last February, has repeatedly indicated it will not extend the grain deal after May 18 because other parties have not met Russia’s demands to export its grains and products. fertilizers.
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The G7 condemns Russia’s attempts to use food as a destabilizer and sow geopolitical turmoil. “We therefore reiterate our full support for the countries most affected by Russia’s attitude towards food,” the statement said.
G7 member states stand ready to support Ukraine in its recovery and reconstruction. For example, the G7 wants to share its experience on farmland demining and restoration. Later this week, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will discuss the further course of the wheat deal.
Source: BNR
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