On Wednesday Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev signed a decree on the implementation of additional economic measures against Turkey starting January 1.
“By signing this decree [we] approve a list of certain types of services, which are being provided on Russia’s territory by organizations under the jurisdiction of the Republic of Turkey, as well as organizations controlled by citizens of the Turkish Republic and (or) organizations under the jurisdiction of the Republic of Turkey which are prohibited starting January 1, 2016,” the Cabinet of Ministers’ press service said in a statement.
According to the decree, Russia banned Turkish tourist agencies, hotels, and companies providing guest services from operating in the country. The list also includes construction work, activities in architecture and the lumber industry.