Kazakhstani banks have started to block payments for servers, microchips, processors, telecommunication equipment and other electronics from Russian entities, according to Kommersant.
As a result, Russian suppliers are looking for alternative payment methods. They are also trying to hide sensitive components under unmatched commodity codes. It is expected that the new practice will cause a deficit of electronics in Russia within half a year.
As Kommersant reported, Kazakhstani banks are probably worrying about a new package of U.S. sanctions that may be targeted at banks cooperating with Russia. These new restrictions can be effectively applied against providing money, goods and...