Since the Russian economy grew by 5.5% in the third quarter, it is time for the European Union to think about the rationality of anti-Russian sanctions. A Chinese newspaper reports this China Daily.
As noted in the publication, Russia’s GDP increased by 5.5% on an annual basis in the July-September period, despite a package of 11 EU restrictions affecting energy, trade and other areas. China Daily emphasizes that this is higher than previous figures.
The newspaper also includes investment company Amundi’s prediction that the growth rate of the Russian economy in 2024 will be three times higher than that of the euro zone.
Before this, some EU countries decided Narrow the list of goods in the new EC sanctions package to avoid scaring foreign partners. According to the agency, the European Union fears negative consequences for business due to overly strict restrictions on the re-export of Russian goods.
Previously in China appreciated The impact of sanctions on trade with the Russian Federation.