Sixth sanctions package against Russia envisages expansion of export ban on high-tech goods, chemicals to Russia - Permanent Representation of France

PARIS. June 2 (Interfax) - The sixth package of sanctions against Russia prepared by the European Union envisages, among other things, an expansion of restrictions on the export of chemicals and high-tech products, the Permanent Representation of France to the EU said.

"An expansion of restrictions on export to Russia, in particular, of chemicals and high-tech products," the Permanent Representation of France said on Twitter.

It confirms the earlier media reports stating that the official publication of the sanctions lists is scheduled for Friday.