<h1>Senior adviser says resolution likely within eight to ten weeks for penal tariff dispute after August 25% hike</h1> A senior government economic adviser said a resolution to tariff disputes between two countries is likely within eight to ten weeks, noting bilateral talks are ongoing. One country imposed an additional 25% tariff in August on imports from the other tied to purchases of Russian oil, raising the total levy to 50%. The adviser characterized the situation as a penal tariff affecting exporters; bilateral merchandise exports to the imposing country were about USD 85 billion. The adviser spoke at an industry event, indicating diplomatic and trade channels are actively engaged to resolve the matter.