Russia is developing the geography of its international cooperation, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the 27th St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).
"Despite all the obstacles and illegitimate sanctions, Russia remains a key partner in world trade, developing its logistics and the geography of its international cooperation, Putin said.
According to him, Russia is among the leading economic nations - ahead of Japan and Germany. Around three quarters of foreign trade is now conducted with countries that are friendly to Russia, the Russian president noted.
Putin also called for the expansion of cooperation in technology transfer and announced interesting growth prospects for investors from abroad.
