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Written question asked by Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party) on Friday, 19 May 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 24 May 2023 (named day). It was answered by Leo Docherty (Conservative) on Wednesday, 24 May 2023 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Diamonds and Gold: Russia

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, pursuant to the Answer of 22 July 2022 to Question 35993 on Diamonds and Gold: Russia, if he will take steps to build the capacity to gather the data on the components used in the production of finished goods imported from partner countries, potentially containing precious metals or stones from Russia, needed to allow regulatory agencies to enforce a ban on precious metals or stones from Russia.

Answer

We have committed to working closely with G7 and other key partners to restrict trade in and use of Russian diamonds. This includes the implementation and enforcement of the measure and we will set out further details in due course.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
185960
Session
2022-23
Related items
Diamonds and Gold: Russia
Friday, 22 July 2022
Written questions
House of Commons
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Imports Russia Gold Diamonds
Link
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