Press Secretary of the President of Russia Dmitry Peskov, commenting on the complaints of some Russian producers about the shortage of raw materials and the cessation of supplies, assured that the government is striving to improve the situation and is taking all necessary measures.
“They are not taking any measures, but very systemic, serious measures corresponding to the extraordinary unfriendly conditions that were imputed to us by unfriendly actions, well thought out. Of course, for some first time there are emotional gaps in food chains and so on, but it is precisely the measures taken that are designed to streamline this, adjust it, and, again, ensure the functioning of our economy at the proper level in the current conditions. , he told reporters at a briefing.
At the same time, Peskov could not answer the question of how long the necessary “balance” could be achieved. The spokesman emphasized that many factors could influence this.
Earlier today, Kommersant, citing market participants, said that Russian drug manufacturers are experiencing a shortage of raw materials and components, since counterparties have actually stopped deliveries to the country. The newspaper also learned about the fears of retailers regarding disruptions in the supply of infant formula.
Yesterday, Vedomosti reported that Russian business may face a shortage of check tape, without which it will be difficult for companies to sell goods. The interlocutors of the publication called the termination of the supply of raw materials, the growth of exchange rates and the violation of the supply chain due to sanctions against Russia as the reasons for this.
On February 21, Russia recognized the independence of the DNR and LNR. On February 22, Vladimir Putin signed federal laws on the ratification of friendship, cooperation and mutual assistance treaties with them, including military assistance. On February 24, Putin announced the start of a special military operation in the Donbass. He called its goal “the protection of people who have been subjected to bullying and genocide by the Kiev regime for eight years.” The President assured that Russia has no plans to occupy Ukraine, but Moscow will strive for the demilitarization and denazification of this country. As Defense Ministry spokesman Igor Konashenkov explained, NATO bases with nuclear weapons were to appear on the territory of Ukraine.
The EU, US, UK, Canada, Japan, Switzerland, Singapore, New Zealand, Taiwan, South Korea and Montenegro condemned Russia’s actions. They imposed sanctions on the country, affecting the economic, financial and trade spheres to varying degrees.