Some limited imports of Russian-origin steel products, notably slab, will continue until 30 September 2028 under transitional arrangements laid down in existing EU restrictive measures, Kallanish notes from a joint statement issued on 17 April by the European Parliament, Council and Commission.
To ensure progressive and steady diversification, these imports are capped by quotas with volumes decreasing annually. The institutions add that the relevant measures underpin a trajectory towards a complete phase-out of the remaining Russian steel imports by 30 September 2028.
Author: Elina Virchenko
