“Contributors to Conflict” Ukraine’s National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NACP) has added American refractory manufacturing company Allied Mineral Products, LLC, to its list of “contributors to conflict” due to its continued operations in Russia.
This move is part of Ukraine’s strategy to exert pressure on international businesses to withdraw from Russia and reduce Moscow’s financial resources for sustaining the conflict with Ukraine. Objective of the “Contributor to Conflict” List The NACP views the “contributor to conflict” list as a powerful tool to compel foreign companies to sever ties with Russia, thereby undermining Russia’s ability to engage in military aggression against Ukraine.
Allied Mineral Products’ Activities Allied Mineral Products specializes in manufacturing refractory products that are resistant to high temperatures, which are used in various applications, including the production of military equipment. Links to Russia It is worth noting that the company operates a production facility in Tatarstan, Russia, a region known for manufacturing Shahed-type drones. Connection to Military Equipment Shahed-type drones, produced in the same area where Allied Mineral Products has a facility, have been frequently used in attacks targeting Ukrainian cities and civilian infrastructure.
Allegations Against Allied Mineral Products According to the NACP, Allied Mineral Products has continued to import materials to its Russian facilities since February 2022, amounting to approximately $3.5 million worth of components that are conducive to drone production.
Financial Transactions Moreover, the company has allegedly paid over $700,000 in taxes to the Russian government during the same period, further supporting its operations in Russia. Wider Context: US Companies on the List Allied Mineral Products is one of nine American companies designated as “contributors to conflict” by Ukraine. The List Also Includes Subway Among these companies are major multinational corporations like Subway, indicating the broad range of businesses implicated in Ukraine’s efforts to economically isolate Russia.
Ongoing Tensions The inclusion of Allied Mineral Products on Ukraine’s list of “contributors to conflict” underscores the ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with economic measures playing a significant role in the trajectory of the conflict. Increased Scrutiny As Ukraine continues to confront Russian aggression, businesses operating in Russia can expect heightened scrutiny and potential consequences for their actions. “
