Journalists say Ukraine may have to soften its stance as it becomes difficult to obtain support from other countries.
Ukraine may be removed from the list of people and companies recognized as “war sponsors.” France and China are putting pressure on Kiev. Reuters writes about it.
According to journalists, Ukraine may also close down a website containing information about “war sponsors” doing business with Russia.
It is stated that this blacklist has no legal validity, but is an important part of Kiev’s campaign to expose those who aid the Kremlin in its attack on Ukraine (for example, by paying taxes).
The publication writes that Ukraine may have to soften its position due to the fact that it has become difficult for it to secure the level of support from other countries.
The document states that China, a major consumer of Ukrainian grain, requested that Ukraine remove 14 Chinese companies from the list of “war sponsors” in February. France is also not happy, wanting Kiev to remove Auchan and Leroy Merlin from its list of retailers.
Moreover, according to journalists, Austria and Hungary are also putting pressure on Ukraine. Therefore, the blacklist can be eliminated within a few days.
It was previously reported that the IMF Council approved a tranche of $880 million to Ukraine. The fund still expects the war in Ukraine to be over by the end of 2024, according to Gavin Gray, head of the IMF’s Ukraine mission.
We also recall that the IMF warned of serious problems for the Ukrainian economy. As the head of the International Monetary Fund, Kristalina Georgieva, explained, the recovery of economic indicators will continue to depend on the situation at the front.
Source: Focus
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