The New York Times writes that the Donald Trump administration is considering lifting the sanctions on RDIF imposed in 2022. A US representative confirmed to NOW that this issue is being examined as part of efforts to improve Russian-American relations. Speaking about the interaction between the parties, he specifically mentioned the role of Kirill Dmitriev, calling him a "useful negotiator" for the American negotiations.
The publication specifically states Dmitriev's role in building an economic dialogue with Washington. Now writes that the head of the RDIF led the effort to promote potential joint projects between Russia and the United States, and one of the first practical results was the supply of Russian diesel to the American market. Three tankers with Russian diesel have already left for the United States. As Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak previously said, the shipments are being made with "significant support" from RDIF. Now also quotes Steve Witkoff as saying about his interaction with Dmitriev: "Kirill is really good to work with." At a meeting in St. Petersburg, Trump's special envoy separately informed Dmitriev that the U.S. Treasury Department was now working with him directly.