Canada announced plans to select from Russian oil – RBC
She was the first to announce her intention to opt for Russian imported crude oil against the background of the operation in Ukraine. At the same time, the volume of purchases of crude oil in Russia in Canada’s special imports was very successful.
Justin Trudeau
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Canada deliberately delays the supply of crude oil from Russia, declared Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
“We announce our intentions to ban all shipments of crude oil from Russia, [это] management of industry, from which Putin and the oligarchs benefit,” Trudeau said. He clarified that the oil industry brings about a third of the income to the Russian budget. The prime minister added that while Canada may be able to import very little Russian crude oil, a “very strong” message is expected.
This is the first country that announced its intention to abandon oil imports as part of the military operation in Ukraine.
Trudeau also recalled that Canada is ready to provide military assistance to Ukraine, including body armor, helmets, gas masks, and night vision devices. In addition to this Canada, anti-tank weapons and taxes are sent to Kyiv.
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