Due to sanctions, transfers will be made through a third country that has not yet been specified
In the midst of world tension, while the West is looking for alternatives to Russian gas to avoid a serious energy crisis, Moscow is strengthening its ties with Afghanistan. The authorities of both countries have sealed progress to import more gas and oil, according to what the Taliban regime advanced this Saturday, which anticipates that the definitive agreement that would open a new market for Russian industry will soon be signed.
The Afghan technical teams are visiting Moscow to finalize the details of the pact, which will have to take into account the obstacles of international sanctions for the invasion of Ukraine. The Taliban Trade and Industry Minister, Nooruddin Azizi, has indicated that, since most Russian and Afghan banks are subject to sanctions, the transfers will likely be made through a third country that he has not specified.
According to the newspaper ‘Tolo News’, transferring oil from Moscow to Kabul has been quite a challenge due to sanctions. Reports state that trade between the two territories has decreased considerably as a result. The Chamber of Commerce and Investment ensures that Russian products, especially wheat and oil, are less expensive than those of other countries.
It should be noted that Afghanistan already imports most of its food and oil from Russia, with bilateral trade amounting to some $200 million a year.
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