[Asia Economy Reporter Kwak Min-jae] Since the outbreak of the Ukraine war, diplomatic disputes between Russia and Australia have been escalating daily as the two countries exchange sanctions and other measures.
On the 16th (local time), AFP reported that the Russian Foreign Ministry announced a list of 41 Australians, including journalists and defense industry executives, who are banned from entering the country.
Russia had already imposed entry bans on more than 159 Australians in June and July.
The Foreign Ministry explained that the reason for this measure was considering Australia's intention not to officially abandon the anti-Russian front and its continuous introduction of new sanctions. The ministry added, "Russia's 'ban list' will continue to be updated."
The Australian government also appears to be continuing to pressure Russia through sanctions. Last month, Australia reclaimed a site in downtown Canberra that had been allocated for the construction of the Russian embassy chancery. The National Capital Authority (NCA), an Australian government agency, had leased land in Canberra's diplomatic district to Russia for building a new embassy, but canceled the lease agreement, citing no progress in construction after 14 years.
Additionally, Australia has imposed sanctions on over 500 Russians and entities, including President Vladimir Putin, in relation to the Ukraine situation.
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