Trump says he wants potash from Belarus for ‘substantially less’ than Canada
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a potential deal to purchase potash from Belarus at a significantly lower price than currently paid to Canada, citing benefits for American farmers. This comes despite Belarus being sanctioned by many countries for its support of Russia's war in Ukraine, and Canada being the U.S.'s primary potash supplier.
Why it matters
This potential deal could significantly alter U.S. trade relations and supply chains for a critical agricultural input, potentially undermining international sanctions against Belarus and raising ethical concerns. It highlights the complex intersection of economic policy, international relations, and food security.
The U.S. is working on a deal with Belarus to replace the potash it receives from Canada for “substantially less,” U.S. President Donald Trump said.
“The United States is working on a massive Deal with respect to the purchase of Potash from Belarus,” Trump said on his social media platform Truth Social.
“The pricing would be for substantially less than we are currently paying to Canada, very good news for our Farmers and Ranchers. Thank you for your attention to this matter!” Trump added.
European officials have called Belarus an “accomplice” to Russia’s war in Ukraine and earlier this year, Belarus launched joint drills with Russia to practice the use of nuclear weapons that Moscow has stationed in the territory of its neighbor and ally.
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