Russian govt. promises to support pandemic-affected businesses ,Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, assured businesses that the government would confidently overcome the economic difficulties caused by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
He added that the country would break new grounds, as the government would be doing everything possible to support the businesses.
Putin joined the ceremony of investment agreements signing on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) through a video link.
“I want to thank you for your effort and express hope that we will not just confidently overcome the difficult situation that the whole world is currently facing.
“There is no doubt we will break new grounds. I have absolutely no doubt about it.
“The Russian government has been and will be doing everything possible to support you,” Putin said.
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