Posted 3/14/2024, 6:22:00 AM
Russia Builds New Railways to Bypass Western Sanctions by Trading with Iran, India
- Russia is building new railways, including a $1.7 billion 100-mile route, to connect with Iran and India to bypass Western sanctions
- The railways will help Russia maintain vital imports and exports after sanctions cut off trade with Europe
- Russia is cultivating economic ties with non-sanctioned countries like India, China, and Iran
- According to experts, developing relations with the "global south" is a top priority for Russia
- The West should expect Russia to continue adapting to sanctions and sanctions policies may need to evolve in response