link to article(s): https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/russia-warns-pakistan-of-banning-rice-imports-over-safety-concerns-101713708789484.html
summary: The article talks about the FSVPS. They have requested an urgent investigation of the situation from the trade and plenipotentiary director in the Pakistani embassy located in Russia. The FSVPS has requested an appropriate official inside of the Pakistani embassy to stop similar offenses from occuring in the future and reiterated the significance of following the phytosanitary norms to guarantee the safety of crops being traded among countries.
Analysis: If Russia were to cut off rice imports it could eventually lead to cutting off all imports. This could lead to a ripple effect and disrupt the trade flow in the international market. Pakistan might have a decline in export revenues, especially if Russia is a significant market for its goods-overall having a negative impact on Pakistans economy.
connection to class: this relates to our class due to the ripple effect being a major factor. Other countries that rely on trade from both Russia and Pakistan could lead to a shift in supply and demand, which could create opportunities for other countries to step in and fill in their spots within the international market.