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Switzerland Bans Aluminium Imports from Russia, Belarus

5/16/2025

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Switzerland has taken a bold stand by banning aluminium imports from Russia and Belarus, effective Thursday. This decisive action aligns with the EU's latest sanctions package, reinforcing efforts to thwart any attempts to bypass existing restrictions. Furthermore, Switzerland has tightened export controls on chromium ores and military software, while freezing a staggering CHF 7.4 billion in Russian assets.

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Switzerland has taken a bold stand by banning aluminium imports from Russia and Belarus, effective Thursday. This decisive action aligns with the EU's latest sanctions package, reinforcing efforts to thwart any attempts to bypass existing restrictions. Furthermore, Switzerland has tightened export controls on chromium ores and military software, while freezing a staggering CHF 7.4 billion in Russian assets.