The Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin called the statements about Moscow imposing restrictions on the supply of Armenian agricultural products to Russia 'manipulations' in an interview with RIA Novosti.
'Several officials and information resources from Armenia present them as some kind of 'sanctions' imposed by Moscow. These are manipulations that have nothing to do with reality,' said Galuzin.
According to him, difficulties with the supply of certain categories of Armenian agricultural products are related to phytosanitary control. Russian requirements stipulate that Armenian producers use their own raw materials, control pesticide content, and ensure traceability of supplies.
'Our requirements are well known,' the diplomat noted, adding that the Armenian leadership 'has itself acknowledged the existence of quality issues with certain products.'
Galuzin emphasized that supply issues should be discussed between the relevant authorities.
He stated that connections between Rosselkhoznadzor, Rospotrebnadzor, and Armenian partners are maintained.
