On December 8 local time, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Novak said in an interview with the media that in order to prevent the risk of capital outflow, the Russian government is studying measures to strengthen the restrictions on cash rubles and gold exports. This move is part of a series of regulatory actions taken by Russia to maintain financial stability under complex external conditions.
According to TASS, Novak emphasized at a meeting on national projects and strategic development held at the Kremlin that "cash rubles of unknown origin, as well as cash rubles destined for EU member states, will be prohibited from leaving the country, and the export of gold bars will also be completely banned."
He further pointed out that the aforementioned restrictions on cash rubles and gold exports will be incorporated into a plan aimed at "cleaning up" the Russian economy. President Putin has instructed the government to accelerate this work. The Russian Ministry of Finance has also proposed specific plans, including limiting the amount of gold individuals can carry out of the country to within 100 grams.
Vice Premier Novak, TASS
According to TASS on the same day (8th), Putin has signed a decree extending the ban on foreign investors from "unfriendly countries" buying and selling shares in important Russian companies until the end of 2027.
It is understood that this ban mainly targets transactions that may change the ownership of enterprises, registered capital, or the way investment projects are implemented.
The restricted scope may include shares held by "unfriendly country" investors in strategic enterprises, thermal power plants, and enterprises providing equipment and services for the energy industry, as well as stocks of Russian banks and mineral resource users. These transactions can only be carried out with special presidential approval or if they are listed on an exception list.
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