Russia, Georgia and steel

August 19, 2008

Take a look at one of the ways the conflict bewtween Russia and Georgia could have a direct impact on the United States steel industry.

President Bush asked Russia to remove its military from Georgia.

For myriad reasons, it is unlikely the US will get involved in any capacity other than mediation.

Here are a few examples of how Russia, amid speculations and rumors of a new cold war, is becoming a corporate partner to the States.

Russian purchase of an Ohio-based company

US coal supply attractive to other nations

Even if President Bush had the military resources to send to Georgia, would he jeopardize potential current and future transactions such as these?

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