Putin's representative travels to Washington
Kirill Dmitriev, the investment envoy for Russian President Vladimir Putin, made a visit to Washington on Thursday, marking the first trip by a high-level Russian official to the US since diplomatic relations were suspended in 2022. As the...
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Kirill Dmitriev, the investment envoy for Russian President Vladimir Putin, made a visit to Washington on Thursday, marking the first trip by a high-level Russian official to the US since diplomatic relations were suspended in 2022.
As the head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, Dmitriev previously took part in discussions in Riyadh on February 18, where both parties agreed to gradually normalize the relationship that had deteriorated under the Biden administration.
In remarks to reporters on Thursday evening, Dmitriev stated that the Trump administration has a better grasp of Russia's standpoint compared to former President Joe Biden. He remarked, “We are seeing absolutely clearly that, unlike President Biden, the Trump administration is determined to resolve the whole spectrum of bilateral issues.” He also noted, “They are very respectful. They are listening to Russia’s position, and are understanding Russia’s concerns. They are asking a lot of questions and finding compromises.”
Despite acknowledging existing differences, he emphasized the importance of dialogue, saying, “Naturally, there are differences. But there is dialogue, which we believe will help to overcome these differences.”
Dmitriev also shared that discussions included the restoration of trade and normal business relations between the two nations. “Many American companies would like to replace European companies that have left Russia,” he noted, affirming that Moscow is prepared to engage in mutually beneficial business projects.
Additionally, he mentioned conversations about potential cooperation in the Arctic and the development of rare-earth minerals, stating, “We are actively working on the resumption of direct flights” between Russia and the US. Dmitriev concluded that further rounds of discussions will be essential to finalize the agreements.
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As the head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, Dmitriev previously took part in discussions in Riyadh on February 18, where both parties agreed to gradually normalize the relationship that had deteriorated under the Biden administration.
In remarks to reporters on Thursday evening, Dmitriev stated that the Trump administration has a better grasp of Russia's standpoint compared to former President Joe Biden. He remarked, “We are seeing absolutely clearly that, unlike President Biden, the Trump administration is determined to resolve the whole spectrum of bilateral issues.” He also noted, “They are very respectful. They are listening to Russia’s position, and are understanding Russia’s concerns. They are asking a lot of questions and finding compromises.”
Despite acknowledging existing differences, he emphasized the importance of dialogue, saying, “Naturally, there are differences. But there is dialogue, which we believe will help to overcome these differences.”
Dmitriev also shared that discussions included the restoration of trade and normal business relations between the two nations. “Many American companies would like to replace European companies that have left Russia,” he noted, affirming that Moscow is prepared to engage in mutually beneficial business projects.
Additionally, he mentioned conversations about potential cooperation in the Arctic and the development of rare-earth minerals, stating, “We are actively working on the resumption of direct flights” between Russia and the US. Dmitriev concluded that further rounds of discussions will be essential to finalize the agreements.
Allen M Lee for TROIB News
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