Australia has imposed an immediate ban on exports of alumina and aluminum ores, including bauxite, to Russia, the government said on Sunday as part of its ongoing sanctions against Moscow for its invasion of Ukraine. The Australian government said in a joint statement from several ministries, including the prime minister’s office that, “Russia relies on Australia for nearly 20 percent of its alumina needs. “The move will limit Russia’s capacity to produce aluminium, which is a critical export for Russia. “The Government will work closely with exporters and peak bodies that will be affected by …