The Times of India · 17 Oct, 16:57 · Business briefing

Russia sanctions waiver buys time for India but offers no lasting certainty: GTRI

The Government Think Tank for Research and Innovation (GTRI) reports that Russia’s temporary waiver on sanctions provides India with a crucial window to sustain energy imports.

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The Government Think Tank for Research and Innovation (GTRI) reports that Russia’s temporary waiver on sanctions provides India with a crucial window to sustain energy imports. However, this reprieve offers no long-term certainty. The arrangement allows continued trade flows but highlights the precarious nature of relying on sanctioned entities. For professionals, this signals a period of operational stability masked by underlying geopolitical volatility. The waiver is a tactical pause, not a strategic resolution, meaning businesses must prepare for potential abrupt changes in trade regulations and supply chain dynamics without assuming permanent access to Russian markets or resources.

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