"Sanctions inevitably harm economic development. In moments like these, policymakers face a fundamental choice: money or security," writes Roman Steblivskyi, Director of Policy and Advocacy at the Economic Security Council of Ukraine (ESCU), for The Brussels Times.
In his view, economic restrictions should be seen as a strategic tool that requires resources and trade-offs. Otherwise, sanctions policy risks becoming merely performative, while Russia continues to exploit loopholes in legislation.
What loopholes is Russia already using today? Which EU instruments — despite their potential effectiveness — have still not entered into force? Read in The Brussels Times.