While US-led export controls on Russia have primarily targeted weapons components and high-end chips, a less threatening ...

Japan's export ban on grand pianos to Russia highlights enforcement challenges of US-led sanctions. Despite restrictions, ...

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Japan barred the export of luxury goods after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. But high-end grand pianos are still reaching ...

Grand pianos valued at more than around $1,300 were included on Tokyo’s list of banned goods. Official data show Japan’s piano exports to Russia plunging since the ban was introduced.