On September 12th local time, Russian President Putin and government officials held an online meeting to study economic issues. In his speech, Putin said that the decline in Russia's GDP (GDP) has slowed to 4.3%, and economic activity has begun to rebound.
Putin said that the dynamics of key economic indicators show that Russian economy is gradually stabilizing and entering the growth track, and enterprises are returning to normal operational rhythm. Putin demands further creation of conditions to adjust Russia's economic structure.
Putin pointed out that Russia's budget for 2023 to 2025 should meet national priorities and challenges. From January to August this year, the Russian Federation's budget surplus was 137.4 billion rubles (about 16.5 billion yuan), and its fiscal situation was better than most G20 nation.
Putin stressed that Russia is facing Western financial and technological aggression, but the economic blitzkrieg against Russia has not played a role. "Unfriendly States"' actions against Russia are impulsive, unprofessional and unpredictable. Maintaining macroeconomic stability and sustainable development is a priority for Russian economic policy, and the process of de-dollarization of the Russian economy is inevitable.
Putin pointed out that Russia has successfully prevented the recession and stabilized inflation due to the implementation of a series of measures to support the economy. As of September 5, Russia's inflation rate was 14.1%, and is expected to be controlled at around 12% by the end of this year.
Putin said: "We have implemented effective protection measures in a timely manner and launched support mechanisms for key industries, backbone enterprises and small and medium-sized enterprises. We aim to protect employment and provide direct assistance to the vast majority of Russians, mainly poor families and families with children. Thanks to a series of measures, we did not let the economy decline sharply and managed to quickly stabilize inflation. "
will achieve all the goals of military operations
Putin did not make any comments on the recent military operations in Ukraine , but in its post Before the speech, the Kremlin held a press conference.
When asked by reporters how to view the worst military failure in seven months and whether they still have confidence in military leadership, Russian Presidential Press Secretary Peskov did not directly answer the reporter's questions. Peskov told reporters: "The special military operation continues and will continue until the initial goals set." Peskov added that Putin received relevant reports on the military situation and maintained with the commander connect.
Asked about the possibility of peace talks in Ukraine, Peskov said that we cannot see the prospects of the talks, nor the reasons for negotiations, and lack any prerequisites for such negotiations.
Regarding the Zaporo thermonuclear power plant issue, the Kremlin pointed out that there is currently no discussion on the demilitarization of Zaporo thermonuclear power plant. Russia does not consider withdrawing troops from Zaporo thermonuclear power plant . The main task is to force Ukraine Stop shelling of nuclear power plants and prevent disasters.
Some media reports that if India does not join oil prices on Russia, Russia may propose to export oil to India at a lower price, and Peskov denied this. Peskov told reporters: "No, this news is not true."
Source: Cailianshe
Original title: Putin: Russia has successfully dealt with the pressure of the West, and the economic blitzkrieg has not worked.
