The EU is set to impose significantly higher tariffs on Ukrainian imports in response to pressure from member states like Poland, ending special trade arrangements that allowed duty-free access for most Ukrainian goods. This change, effective June 6, will drastically reduce tariff-free quotas, particularly impacting Ukraine’s agricultural exports, which are vital for its economy amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. Ukrainian officials warn that reverting to prewar trade conditions could cost the country approximately €3.5 billion annually, highlighting the urgency for a revised EU-Ukraine trade agreement.
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