Georgia bans export, transit of cars to Russia imported from EU

Georgia’s Ministry of Finance has said the country has imposed a ban on the export, re-export or transit to Russia of cars imported from the European Union.

"Yes, indeed, as it was announced earlier, from 26 September a ban on export, re-export or transit of cars to Russia that were imported from Europe will be introduced," the Ministry’s press service said, Caliber.Az reports with reference to Georgian media.

According to the ministry, the ban applies to vehicles with engine displacement exceeding 1.9 cubic metres, as well as hybrid cars and electric vehicles.

The restrictions came into force due to the 11th package of sanctions adopted by the European Union against Russia, the ministry added.

Restrictions on the export and re-export to Russia of cars manufactured in the United States came into force on August 1.