<h1>Two countries hold high-level UNGA talks to resolve tariff dispute after one imposed extra 25% on Russian oil</h1> Two countries held high-level bilateral talks on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly amid trade tensions arising from an additional 25% tariff imposed by one country on the other's purchases of Russian oil, bringing total tariffs to 50%. The face-to-face meeting followed earlier diplomatic encounters and coincided with formal trade negotiations: a commerce-led delegation from one country met with the other to pursue an early conclusion of a mutually beneficial trade agreement. Officials reported positive discussions in prior meetings and agreed to intensify efforts to finalize terms while ministers continue related bilateral and multilateral consultations.