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Why United States Cares About the New Black Sea Grain Deal

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Russia and the US have agreed to advance the Black Sea Initiative – why could the US be interested in the new deal?Diplomatic strategy: Acting as a broker, America may have a vested interest in taking part in negotiating an agreement that could improve its relations with Russia following key phone talks between Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump.Economic considerations: The US remains a major player in global agricultural trade, and potential disruptions to the grain market could affect global commodity prices and ride roughshod over US exporters.Energy security: The US understands that grain trade is intertwined with broader supply chains, including energy. America also understands that a stable Black Sea corridor means more predictable energy and commodity flows, which benefits energy markets that the US takes part in.Personal implications: The White House is highly interested in ensuring the implementation of the US-initiated deal, which becomes a question of profit and prestige for America.

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Why United States Cares About the New Black Sea Grain Deal

15:50 26.03.2025 (Updated: 15:57 26.03.2025)

© AP PhotoA harvester collects wheat in Semikarakorsky District of Rostov-on-Don region near Semikarakorsk, Southern Russia, Wednesday, July 6, 2022. Russia is the world's biggest exporter of wheat, accounting for almost a fifth of global shipments. It is expected to have one of its best ever crop seasons this year. Agriculture is among the most important industries in Russia, accounting for around 4% of its GDP, according to the World Bank. (AP Photo)

A harvester collects wheat in Semikarakorsky District of Rostov-on-Don region near Semikarakorsk, Southern Russia, Wednesday, July 6, 2022. Russia is the world's biggest exporter of wheat, accounting for almost a fifth of global shipments. It is expected to have one of its best ever crop seasons this year. Agriculture is among the most important industries in Russia, accounting for around 4% of its GDP, according to the World Bank. (AP Photo) - Sputnik Africa, 1920, 26.03.2025

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During the 12-hour talks in Saudi Arabia, Moscow and Washington discussed steps to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea, including a pledge to avoid the use of force and prevent commercial vessels from being used for military purposes.

Russia and the US have agreed to advance the Black Sea Initiative – why could the US be interested in the new deal?

Diplomatic strategy: Acting as a broker, America may have a vested interest in taking part in negotiating an agreement that could improve its relations with Russia following key phone talks between Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump.

Economic considerations: The US remains a major player in global agricultural trade, and potential disruptions to the grain market could affect global commodity prices and ride roughshod over US exporters.

Energy security: The US understands that grain trade is intertwined with broader supply chains, including energy. America also understands that a stable Black Sea corridor means more predictable energy and commodity flows, which benefits energy markets that the US takes part in.

Personal implications: The White House is highly interested in ensuring the implementation of the US-initiated deal, which becomes a question of profit and prestige for America.