What did Russia and the USA agree upon in Riyadh? Key points of the agreement

The Kremlin has published a statement following consultations between Russia and the USA in Riyadh.

Caliber.Az presents a summary of the text published on the Kremlin's website.

▪️ Russia and the USA agreed to develop measures for a ceasefire concerning energy supplies between Russia and Ukraine for 30 days starting from March 18.

▪️ Russia and the USA will continue working towards achieving a stable and lasting peace.

▪️ Russia and the USA agreed to ensure the implementation of the Black Sea Initiative, including ensuring the safety of navigation.

▪️ Commercial vessels in the Black Sea must not be used for military purposes, as part of the Black Sea agreements.

▪️ Russia and the USA welcome the support of third countries for the agreements on energy security and maritime safety.

▪️ The grain deal will not come into effect without the lifting of restrictions on the supply of agricultural machinery to Russia.

▪️ The agreements between Russia and the USA concerning the Black Sea will take effect after the lifting of sanctions on Rosselkhozbank and other banks involved in agricultural trade.

▪️ Russian banks involved in agricultural exports, including Rosselkhozbank, should be reconnected to SWIFT.

▪️ The USA promised to assist in restoring access for Russian agricultural products and fertilizers to the global market.

▪️ The agreement on implementing the "Black Sea Initiative" will take effect after the lifting of sanctions on Rosselkhozbank.

▪️ The countries will continue working towards achieving a stable and lasting peace.

▪️ Russia and the USA agreed to develop measures for an agreement on Ukraine to prohibit strikes on energy facilities, with the possibility of extension.

▪️ The countries discussed exiting the agreements on prohibiting strikes on energy facilities in the event of non-compliance by either party.

▪️ Moscow and Washington welcome the services of third countries aimed at supporting the implementation of agreements in the energy and maritime sectors.

▪️ In accordance with the agreements, the USA will assist in restoring access to the export of Russian agricultural products and fertilizers to the global market.

▪️ In accordance with the agreements, the USA will help reduce the cost of marine transport insurance and expand access to ports.