European and American leaders will also discuss the existing dispute over European steel imports, targets of customs duties imposed in 2018 by the Trump presidency, which could be reactivated if no agreement is found by the end of October.
The two parties had “very good discussions” on this subject, according to this official who said he was optimistic about the chances of reaching an agreement. The reaffirmation of strong support for Ukraine and possible new sanctions against Russia will also be on the agenda of this summit, according to the same source.
Implementation of sanctions
The United States and the European Union will discuss a “possible new package of sanctions”, although there are already many measures taken, the official stressed. There is also the question of their implementation and it is necessary to further involve third countries, through which Russia is trying to circumvent these sanctions, he further explained.
The possibility of hitting the Russian diamond trade will also be on the agenda of the summit, even if it is a subject more concerning the G7 countries, he said.
2023-09-27 16:04:50
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