Japan banning exports of trucks, special equipment to Russia

Japan will ban the supply of trucks, dump trucks and bulldozers to Russia. These measures will come into effect on June 17, Report informs referring to RBC-Ukraine.

Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Koichi Hagiuda explained that the move was made in connection with the decision of the Japanese Cabinet of Ministers to ban the export to Russia of products that “contribute to the strengthening of industrial infrastructure.”

The sanctions are related to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Earlier it was reported that Japan announced new sanctions against 133 people from the Russian Federation and “LDNR” because of the war against Ukraine. The list also included 70 companies.