The key facts
- Putin stated the possibility of significantly increasing Russian fertilizer exports to the US
- Expansion of Russian-American trade is being discussed after the Putin-Trump conversation on October 9
- The US Treasury issued a temporary permit for Russian diesel supplies until April 7, 2027
Putin on fertilizer supplies
Russia could significantly increase fertilizer exports to the American market. This was stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to him, domestic producers have the capacity to expand supplies to the United States.
Context of trade negotiations
The topic of expanding Russian-American trade developed after the phone conversation between Putin and Trump on October 9. At that time, Moscow confirmed its readiness to supply oil and petroleum products to the American and global markets. For Russian diesel, the US Treasury issued a temporary permit valid until April 7, 2027.
