'Discriminatory': Putin blasts Western sanctions against Russia; hints at deeper ties with China ahead of visit
Saturday, 30 August 2025 () Ahead of his China visit, Vladimir Putin criticized Western sanctions, citing their role in Russia's economic recession due to trade restrictions and Ukraine war costs. He lauded growing Russia-China ties, highlighting increased trade and cooperation across various sectors. Both nations reject discriminatory trade measures, focusing on strengthening economic partnerships and transactions in rubles and yuan.
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