How Much Russian Fuel Will Kazakhstan Receive Duty-Free in 2025?
Russia has extended quotas for duty-free fuel deliveries to Kazakhstan as part of their trade and economic cooperation agreement. In 2025, Kazakhstan will receive 1.12 million tons of petroleum products without paying duties.
Key Supply Figures
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Total Volume:
- 1.12 million tons, including:
- 285,000 tons of gasoline:
- AI-92 — 240,000 tons.
- AI-95 — 40,000 tons.
- AI-98 — 5,000 tons.
- 450,000 tons of diesel fuel.
- 300,000 tons of aviation kerosene.
- 285,000 tons of gasoline:
- 1.12 million tons, including:
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Exports Beyond the EAEU:
- The Kondensat Refinery is authorized to export 225,000 tons of AI-92 and AI-95 gasoline outside the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
- Export restrictions remain in place for other Kazakh producers.
Duty-Free Supply Agreement
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Validity Period:
- Extended until January 2028.
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Purpose:
- Strengthening economic cooperation between Russia and Kazakhstan.
- Stabilizing fuel prices in Kazakhstan.
Economic Significance
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For Kazakhstan:
- Access to high-quality fuel at lower costs.
- Stabilization of domestic fuel prices.
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For Russia:
- Strengthening trade ties with Kazakhstan.
- Expanding export opportunities for Russian petroleum products.
Conclusion
The extension of quotas for duty-free fuel deliveries reflects the strategic importance of trade cooperation between Russia and Kazakhstan. This agreement supports the economies of both nations and ensures stability in Kazakhstan’s fuel market.
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