[Trump signs an executive order to waive multiple sanctions against Russia] October 17, 2020 According to news released by the White House on the 16th, US President Trump signed an executive order that day to waive multiple sanctions against Russia. According to the executive order, the exemptions involve most provisions of the Graham Sanctions Russia and Iran Act of 2026, including the imposition of up to 500% ad valorem tariffs on goods imported from Russia, and the imposition of up to 100% ad valorem tariffs on goods exported to the United States from the top five importers of Russian crude oil or natural gas. The exemption will remain in effect until further action is taken by the President or Secretary of State in consultation with officials including the Secretary of the Treasury. (Xinhua Finance)