The move comes after an agreement between the leaders of Russia and the United States. According to the Russian government, Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump reached an agreement that includes a provision for the partial lifting of the ban on diesel exports.
The government statement emphasized that the change will take effect on that day, after which the export flow can commence without further delay.
The policy adjustment will permit 500,000 tons of diesel fuel to enter the world market at this stage. Diesel fuel is produced from Russian oil at domestic refineries, and production volumes meet the needs of the internal market and can be supplied to the world market in coordinated volumes.
According to Novak, the coordinated volumes earmarked for export will not affect the availability of fuel for Russian consumers.
Vice Premier Alexander Novak sought to allay concerns that the new export allowance might strain domestic supplies. He noted that diesel is produced from Russian oil at domestic refineries and that current production volumes already meet internal market needs. According to Novak, the coordinated volumes earmarked for export will not affect the availability of fuel for Russian consumers.
President Vladimir Putin commented on the agreement with the United States regarding Russian diesel supplies, expressing confidence that the step will positively affect the entire global economy.
Russian oil companies are instructed to begin contracting supplies with foreign partners right after the October 10 date. The government's wording indicates that the companies will act in coordination with state authorities to arrange the shipments, ensuring that the 500,000‑ton volume is delivered as planned.
As of the announcement, the policy shift is set to take effect on the specified date, with the stated volume ready to move toward foreign buyers. Officials maintain that the measure is limited and calibrated, aiming to balance export opportunities with the continued satisfaction of domestic demand.