Putin seeks to attract investors

The International Economic Forum in St. Petersburg highlights Russia’s effort to attract global partners despite ongoing sanctions and geopolitical tensions following its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

President Vladimir Putin is showcasing a shift in Russia’s trade strategy, with exports increasingly directed toward Asia, as traditional economic ties with the European Union continue to decline sharply. China now leads as Russia’s top trading partner, followed by India and Turkey, while the EU’s share has dropped drastically.
 

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