Russia's economic interest and conditional APEC plans

Sep 25

During his September 25 press exchange, Putin welcomes the U.S.–China talks because agreements between the two largest economies affect Russia and the wider world. He cites Russia–China trade of $240 billion and rejects the question's suggestion of jealousy. Asked about APEC and a possible three-leader meeting, he says he has been invited, has told Xi Jinping he intends to participate, and will make a final decision according to conditions in Russia and China. He does not agree to a trilateral summit. The correspondent reiterates that attendance is unconfirmed and gives Shenzhen and November 17–18 as the planned venue and dates; that is the broadcast's timetable.

During his September 25 press exchange, Putin welcomes the U.S.–China talks because agreements between the two largest economies affect Russia and the wider world. He cites Russia–China trade of $240 billion and rejects the question's suggestion of jealousy. Asked about APEC and a possible three-leader meeting, he says he has been invited, has told Xi Jinping he intends to participate, and will make a final decision according to conditions in Russia and China. He does not agree to a trilateral summit. The correspondent reiterates that attendance is unconfirmed and gives Shenzhen and November 17–18 as the planned venue and dates; that is the broadcast's timetable.