The European Union's quota system could deal a significant blow to Ukraine's steel industry, according to the chief of Metinvest, one of Ukraine's largest steel producers. The EU's protectionist measures, aimed at defending its own steel industry, could limit Ukraine's ability to export steel to the EU, posing a significant threat to the country's economy. Ukraine is already struggling to defend itself against Russian aggression, and the loss of its steel industry could have devastating consequences. The Metinvest chief has warned that the quota system could kill the Ukrainian steel industry, which is a significant contributor to the country's budget. As the EU and Ukraine work to strengthen their economic ties, the quota system has become a major point of contention, with Ukraine seeking to protect its steel industry and the EU seeking to defend its own interests.
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