Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions law that could slap 100pc tariffs on China, India
WASHINGTON, Sept 19 — US President Donald Trump signed a bill yesterday authorising new sanctions designed to...
On September 19, US President Donald Trump signed a bill into law that authorizes new sanctions aimed at pressuring Russia following its involvement in the conflict in Ukraine. The legislation targets Russia's energy and defense sectors, President Vladimir Putin and other senior officials, as well as Moscow's shadow fleet of tankers used to bypass Western sanctions.
The bill also grants President Trump the authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, which could potentially affect China and India. The Republican-controlled House of Representatives passed the bill with a 262-159 vote on Wednesday. The bill also seeks to target companies and foreign actors that support Russia's military efforts and extend sanctions against Iran.
However, the broad tariff-imposing powers sparked a divide among Democrats, who generally support Ukraine but have been hesitant to grant Trump extensive trade authority. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky described the legislation's passage as symbolic and thanked US lawmakers. India stated on Thursday that it would continue to secure oil through diversified sourcing.
Trump's signing of the bill occurs a week before he is scheduled to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington.
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