Vladimir Putin expresses deep concern over Russian economy
The Kremlin is grappling with uncertainty as the Russian economy faces the prospect of sluggish growth in 2025.
Recently, Vladimir Putin signed off on the new budget for the coming year, allocating nearly a third of expenditures to war efforts. Meanwhile, Russia is experiencing an unprecedented crisis, marked by soaring interest rates and record-high inflation.
Speaking at a forum hosted by VTB Bank, the Russian president acknowledged the need to curb inflation. However, he chose to emphasize the country’s growth, projecting a 4% increase compared to the previous year.
According to the U.S.-based Institute for the Study of War, Vladimir Putin’s remarks appear aimed at promoting a sense of economic stability, even as Russia’s central bank warns that interest rates—already at 21% this year—could climb even higher.
(QG - Newsweek / Institute for the Study of War / Picture: © Unsplash)