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Posted 9/15/2023, 8:03:00 PM

EU Lifts Ban on Ukraine Grain Imports Despite Neighbors' Protests

European Commission decides not to extend ban on Ukraine grain imports for 5 EU nations - Poland, Hungary, Slovakia imposing own bans on Ukraine grain imports despite EU plea - Bans only apply to domestic sales, transit exports still allowed - EU wants to avoid market distortions, Ukraine to introduce export licensing - Farmers in neighboring countries complained of product glut, pushed for extended ban

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8/24/2023

Hungary wants EU to extend Ukrainian grains import ban beyond Sept 15

Hungary is seeking an extension of the EU's ban on domestic sales of Ukrainian grain and is willing to reimpose a national import ban if the measure is not extended.

8/26/2023

‘The Market Is Dead’: Ukraine’s Farmers Count the Cost of Grain Deal’s Collapse

Farmers in Ukraine, such as Valery Kolosha, are facing the consequences of Russia's actions that restrict Ukraine's grain exports.

9/8/2023

War and Weather Threaten Global Food Supplies, But Large Shortages Unlikely

Russia's blockade of Ukrainian grain exports and extreme weather events have raised concerns about global food supplies, but the OECD suggests that the situation may not be as dire as it seems, with adjustments and adaptations being made to production and logistics chains to mitigate potential shocks in the market.

9/12/2023

Poland Calls for EU to Extend Grain Import Ban, Vows to Protect Farmers Regardless

The Polish government is urging the European Union to extend the ban on imports of Ukrainian grain in order to protect its own farmers, as Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki emphasizes the importance of the upcoming parliamentary elections in determining Poland's agricultural future.

9/16/2023

Ukraine Grain Exports Blocked Despite EU Ban Expiry; Zelensky Seeks US Support Amid Gains and Concerns Over Russia

The European Commission's ban on grain shipments from Ukraine into five bordering EU nations has expired, leading Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia to impose their own import restrictions, citing protection of their farmers' interests. Meanwhile, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited Vladivostok, Russia, prompting concerns about potential arms deals between Pyongyang and Moscow.

9/17/2023

EU Calls for Poland, Hungary, Slovakia to be Constructive on Ukrainian Grain Imports After They Keep Bans Despite EU Lifting Restrictions

The European Commission urges Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia to work constructively after they announced they will continue banning grain imports from Ukraine despite the Commission's decision to end the ban.

9/18/2023

Ukraine to Sue Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia at WTO Over Bans on Grain Exports

Ukraine plans to sue Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia over their bans on Ukrainian agricultural products, which were implemented to protect their own farmers from increased Ukrainian exports following Russia's blockade on Ukrainian ports; Ukraine argues that the bans are legally wrong and a systemic concern regarding whether international trade partners can trust Brussels.

9/21/2023

Poland Halts Weapons Supply to Ukraine Amid Grain Import Dispute

Poland has announced that it will stop providing weapons to Ukraine due to a growing dispute over a temporary ban on Ukrainian grain imports imposed by several European Union nations, causing tensions between the two countries.

9/21/2023

Slovakia and Ukraine Establish Licensing System to Replace Slovak Grain Import Ban

Slovakia and Ukraine's farm ministers have agreed to establish a licensing system for trading in grains, with the ban on Ukrainian grain imports to Slovakia being lifted once the system is set up.

9/23/2023

Poland-Ukraine Grain Dispute Strains European Unity Against Russia

Poland and Ukraine are experiencing tensions in a grain dispute, with Poland's decision to halt arms exports to Ukraine potentially straining Europe's support for Ukraine and impacting European unity.

Topics

Posted 9/15/2023, 8:03:00 PM

EU Lifts Ban on Ukraine Grain Imports Despite Neighbors' Protests

European Commission decides not to extend ban on Ukraine grain imports for 5 EU nations - Poland, Hungary, Slovakia imposing own bans on Ukraine grain imports despite EU plea - Bans only apply to domestic sales, transit exports still allowed - EU wants to avoid market distortions, Ukraine to introduce export licensing - Farmers in neighboring countries complained of product glut, pushed for extended ban

reuters.com

Relevant topic timeline:

8/24/2023

Hungary wants EU to extend Ukrainian grains import ban beyond Sept 15

Hungary is seeking an extension of the EU's ban on domestic sales of Ukrainian grain and is willing to reimpose a national import ban if the measure is not extended.

8/26/2023

‘The Market Is Dead’: Ukraine’s Farmers Count the Cost of Grain Deal’s Collapse

Farmers in Ukraine, such as Valery Kolosha, are facing the consequences of Russia's actions that restrict Ukraine's grain exports.

9/8/2023

War and Weather Threaten Global Food Supplies, But Large Shortages Unlikely

9/12/2023

Poland Calls for EU to Extend Grain Import Ban, Vows to Protect Farmers Regardless

9/16/2023

Ukraine Grain Exports Blocked Despite EU Ban Expiry; Zelensky Seeks US Support Amid Gains and Concerns Over Russia

9/17/2023

EU Calls for Poland, Hungary, Slovakia to be Constructive on Ukrainian Grain Imports After They Keep Bans Despite EU Lifting Restrictions

9/18/2023

Ukraine to Sue Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia at WTO Over Bans on Grain Exports

9/21/2023

Poland Halts Weapons Supply to Ukraine Amid Grain Import Dispute

9/21/2023

Slovakia and Ukraine Establish Licensing System to Replace Slovak Grain Import Ban

Slovakia and Ukraine's farm ministers have agreed to establish a licensing system for trading in grains, with the ban on Ukrainian grain imports to Slovakia being lifted once the system is set up.

9/23/2023

Poland-Ukraine Grain Dispute Strains European Unity Against Russia