Putin’s blackmail accusation

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke at the second Eurasian Economic Forum held in the capital Moscow. Noting that the major economies of the European Union are expected to shrink this year, Putin said: “The economy of the Eurasian Economic Union contracted by only 1.6 percent in 2022, despite major crises in the economy and world trade, significant geopolitical risks. and uncertainties.” he shared the knowledge of it.

Recalling that foreign experts expect a collapse in the economy of the Eurasian Economic Union and Russia, Putin said: “Nothing like that has happened and will not happen.” he performed the assessment of it.

Emphasizing that his country is open to fair and productive global cooperation, Putin said: “Those who act or behave differently from this are destroying the global economy. The United States is only shooting itself in the foot, reinforcing the trend that undermines its own development due to its economic policy. he spoke the words of him.

“TOTALLY NOT RECORDED ON LOSSES”

Reacting to the pressure exerted by Western countries on countries cooperating with Russia, Putin said: “Our Western competitors are making various promises and trying to blackmail our partners to limit their profitable cooperation with Russia. They are completely indifferent to the losses this will bring to the countries and peoples involved.” he used the phrase.

Referring to the energy crisis in Europe, Putin said: “Energy prices are now approaching economically reasonable prices. But who is responsible for what happened? Nord Stream 1 exploded, Nord Stream 2 did not open, Poland closed the Yamal-Europe gas pipeline. Ukraine has closed one of the two lines that run through it. They did this.” he said. (AA)