Russia sells more vodka, buys more tea & coffee – customs data

Exports of Russian

Exports of Russian vodka surged 5% in the nine months through September, while imports of coffee and tea saw a substantial year-on-year growth of 6.4% and 1,6% respectively, the Federal Customs Service reported on Thursday.

Russia reportedly curbed purchases of fresh and frozen meat, butter, apples, and bananas. At the same time, imports of citrus fruit, coffee, and tea grew within the specified period.

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