Poland prepares to extend ban on import of Ukrainian grain
Warsaw is preparing a draft decision to extend the ban on importing Ukrainian agricultural products after 15 September, Waldemar Buda, Polish Minister of Economic Development and Technology, has said.
Source: European Pravda; Buda's interview with Polskie (Polish) Radio 24
Quote from Buda: "We will negotiate with the European Commission until the end. But we cannot allow Ukrainian grain to enter Poland immediately after the harvest. Polish farmers are a priority. They are the ones who should sell Polish grain and get a reasonable price for it."
Details: Buda noted that if there is no decision on the part of the European Commission to extend the embargo, then a decision will be made by the Polish side.
"It is my authority to issue a corresponding decree, and I will block imports to Poland. I will not hesitate to use this tool this week, on Friday or Saturday. A draft resolution is already being prepared. The principle of food security will guide us," Buda said.
Background:
- On 15 September, the European Commission is expected to lift its moratorium on importing Ukrainian corn, wheat, rapeseed and sunflower seeds to Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovakia.
- Ukraine insists on unilateral extension of the ban, which violates the rules of the common market and the association agreement between Ukraine and the EU.
- Media reports that most EU countries are against extending the ban on agro import from Ukraine.
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