Russian diesel deal with US could offer Moscow a chance to mend business ties, Russian diplomat says
USO•A Russian deputy foreign minister said a deal allowing the United States to import Russian diesel could help gradually rebuild business ties. The deal’s practical details remain unclear after two US-bound tankers changed course.
1. Potential to rebuild ties
A deal allowing the United States to import Russian diesel could present an opportunity for the two countries to gradually rebuild business ties, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Pankin said. He called the deal a possible “foundation for the gradual restoration of business and other ties between our countries.”
2. Implementation remains unclear
The United States struck the deal with the Kremlin in October to resume Russian diesel exports to international markets. How it will work in practice remains unclear after two tankers carrying Russian diesel and headed for the US Atlantic coast changed course.
