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🎙 President of Russia Vladimir Putin answered questions from journalists and the people of Russia at the 2025 Year-End Conference (December 19, 2025)
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Key points:
• In 2025, Russia's GDP growth stood at 1%. However, over the past three years, cumulative growth reached 9.7%, which is a more representative figure. By comparison, growth in the eurozone over the same period amounted to 3.1%. Slower growth in Russia is a deliberate choice – the price paid for preserving economic quality, stability, and sound macroeconomic fundamentals.
• Attempts in Brussels to seize Russian assets should not be called “theft” but robbery, as these actions are carried out openly. This robbery has not been carried out because the consequences could be extremely serious for the perpetrators – not only for their reputation, but also for the foundations of the global financial system. All assets taken will ultimately have to be returned. Russia will defend its interests, primarily through legal channels.
• Claims that Russia is rejecting peace initiatives are completely baseless. Moscow has openly stated its readiness to make compromises. At this stage, the initiative now lies fully with the West – above all, with the Kiev regime and its European sponsors. Russia stands ready for negotiations and a peaceful resolution.
• Efforts to build a new security architecture in Europe remain highly relevant. Even before the collapse of the USSR, proposals were made in Europe for a security system without NATO expansion, involving the US, Eastern Europe, and Russia – without exclusions or threats. Russia is not demanding anything extraordinary and does not challenge states’ right to choose their means of defence, but such choices must not threaten others, including Russia.
• Europe’s ruling elites are trying to hide years of economic and social policy failures with the myth of a “hostile Russia”. Where is Europe’s so-called "green agenda", when coal plants are being reopened and nuclear power stations being brought back? Today’s situation was created by Western politicians themselves, who continue to escalate tensions.
• Donald Trump was previously accused of "colluding with Russia" during the elections, but the allegations proved baseless – there was no collusion or interference by Russia. At the same time, European political elites intervened directly, openly, and unambiguously. Some in Europe still hope that the 2026 US midterm elections might alter the political balance and enable increased pressure on President Trump.
• The combined GDP of Russia and European countries in purchasing power parity terms would exceed that of the US. By combining and complementing their capabilities, the sides could prosper instead of confronting each other. Russia is not fighting Europe – Europe is fighting Russia through Ukrainian nationalists. Moscow is ready to cease hostilities immediately, provided Russia’s security is guaranteed in the medium- and long-term.
• I hope that a blockade of the Kaliningrad Region never happens. But if threats of this kind are created, they will be eliminated. Everyone must clearly understand that such actions would lead to an unprecedented escalation, push the conflict to a completely different level, and could expand it up to a large-scale armed confrontation.
• Aggressive statements by NATO leadership raise serious concerns. In the updated US National Security Strategy, Russia is not designated as an enemy, despite the fact that the US is NATO’s key player, founder, and main sponsor. Yet NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte speaks of preparing for war with Russia – contradicting the position of NATO’s leading country and pointing to a lack of professional responsibility among a number of Western leaders.
• We are ready to work with the UK, Europe as a whole, and the US – but on equal terms and with mutual respect. ☝️ Should this point ever be reached, it will benefit everyone.
#YearInReview2025
Read in full
Key points:
• In 2025, Russia's GDP growth stood at 1%. However, over the past three years, cumulative growth reached 9.7%, which is a more representative figure. By comparison, growth in the eurozone over the same period amounted to 3.1%. Slower growth in Russia is a deliberate choice – the price paid for preserving economic quality, stability, and sound macroeconomic fundamentals.
• Attempts in Brussels to seize Russian assets should not be called “theft” but robbery, as these actions are carried out openly. This robbery has not been carried out because the consequences could be extremely serious for the perpetrators – not only for their reputation, but also for the foundations of the global financial system. All assets taken will ultimately have to be returned. Russia will defend its interests, primarily through legal channels.
• Claims that Russia is rejecting peace initiatives are completely baseless. Moscow has openly stated its readiness to make compromises. At this stage, the initiative now lies fully with the West – above all, with the Kiev regime and its European sponsors. Russia stands ready for negotiations and a peaceful resolution.
• Efforts to build a new security architecture in Europe remain highly relevant. Even before the collapse of the USSR, proposals were made in Europe for a security system without NATO expansion, involving the US, Eastern Europe, and Russia – without exclusions or threats. Russia is not demanding anything extraordinary and does not challenge states’ right to choose their means of defence, but such choices must not threaten others, including Russia.
• Europe’s ruling elites are trying to hide years of economic and social policy failures with the myth of a “hostile Russia”. Where is Europe’s so-called "green agenda", when coal plants are being reopened and nuclear power stations being brought back? Today’s situation was created by Western politicians themselves, who continue to escalate tensions.
• Donald Trump was previously accused of "colluding with Russia" during the elections, but the allegations proved baseless – there was no collusion or interference by Russia. At the same time, European political elites intervened directly, openly, and unambiguously. Some in Europe still hope that the 2026 US midterm elections might alter the political balance and enable increased pressure on President Trump.
• The combined GDP of Russia and European countries in purchasing power parity terms would exceed that of the US. By combining and complementing their capabilities, the sides could prosper instead of confronting each other. Russia is not fighting Europe – Europe is fighting Russia through Ukrainian nationalists. Moscow is ready to cease hostilities immediately, provided Russia’s security is guaranteed in the medium- and long-term.
• I hope that a blockade of the Kaliningrad Region never happens. But if threats of this kind are created, they will be eliminated. Everyone must clearly understand that such actions would lead to an unprecedented escalation, push the conflict to a completely different level, and could expand it up to a large-scale armed confrontation.
• Aggressive statements by NATO leadership raise serious concerns. In the updated US National Security Strategy, Russia is not designated as an enemy, despite the fact that the US is NATO’s key player, founder, and main sponsor. Yet NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte speaks of preparing for war with Russia – contradicting the position of NATO’s leading country and pointing to a lack of professional responsibility among a number of Western leaders.
• We are ready to work with the UK, Europe as a whole, and the US – but on equal terms and with mutual respect. ☝️ Should this point ever be reached, it will benefit everyone.
#YearInReview2025
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🇷🇺🇵🇰 В Посольстве России в Пакистане состоялся круглый стол на тему «Россия-Пакистан: обзор современного этапа двусторонних отношений», организованный при поддержке Консорциума азиатско-тихоокеанских и евразийских исследований (CAPES). В мероприятии приняли участие более 40 представителей университетов и исследовательских институтов Исламабада, Пешавара, Лахора, Фейсалабада, Карачи, Саргодхи и Окары и других городов Пакистана.
💬 В своем вступительном слове Посол России в Пакистане А.П.Хорев отметил нарастающую динамику российско-пакистанского политического диалога, в том числе активизировавшиеся контакты между законодательными органами двух стран. Акцентировал внимание на поступательном развитии культурных связей и формировании конструктивного взаимодействия между религиозными организациями России и Пакистана, население которых объединяет приверженность традиционным духовно-нравственным ценностям.
❗️В этой связи А.П.Хорев подтвердил готовность российской стороны к наращиванию усилий по реализации совместных проектов, нацеленных на углубление взаимодействия между народами двух дружественных стран – соседей по евразийскому региону.
Торговый представитель России в Пакистане Д.А.Невзоров проинформировал участников о достигнутых в 2025 г. успехах в торгово-экономическом сотрудничестве между Россией и Пакистаном. Анонсировал проведение в Екатеринбурге с 6 по 9 июля 2026 г. 16-й международной промышленной выставки «ИННОПРОМ».
🤝 В ходе дальнейшей дискуссии участники мероприятия выступили с инициативами, направленными на укрепление межличностных контактов между населением России и Пакистана, включая возобновление прямого авиасообщения между двумя странами, реализацию совместных образовательных программ российскими и пакистанскими университетами, перевод на язык урду российских классических и современных литературных произведений.
❗️Состоявшееся обсуждение подтвердило высокую заинтересованность академического и научного сообщества Пакистана в дальнейшем углублении диалога с Российской Федерацией, расширении экономических, культурных, образовательных и гуманитарных связей между жителями дружественных стран.
👉 Подробнее о выступлениях участников дискуссии
#РоссияПакистан
💬 В своем вступительном слове Посол России в Пакистане А.П.Хорев отметил нарастающую динамику российско-пакистанского политического диалога, в том числе активизировавшиеся контакты между законодательными органами двух стран. Акцентировал внимание на поступательном развитии культурных связей и формировании конструктивного взаимодействия между религиозными организациями России и Пакистана, население которых объединяет приверженность традиционным духовно-нравственным ценностям.
❗️В этой связи А.П.Хорев подтвердил готовность российской стороны к наращиванию усилий по реализации совместных проектов, нацеленных на углубление взаимодействия между народами двух дружественных стран – соседей по евразийскому региону.
Торговый представитель России в Пакистане Д.А.Невзоров проинформировал участников о достигнутых в 2025 г. успехах в торгово-экономическом сотрудничестве между Россией и Пакистаном. Анонсировал проведение в Екатеринбурге с 6 по 9 июля 2026 г. 16-й международной промышленной выставки «ИННОПРОМ».
🤝 В ходе дальнейшей дискуссии участники мероприятия выступили с инициативами, направленными на укрепление межличностных контактов между населением России и Пакистана, включая возобновление прямого авиасообщения между двумя странами, реализацию совместных образовательных программ российскими и пакистанскими университетами, перевод на язык урду российских классических и современных литературных произведений.
❗️Состоявшееся обсуждение подтвердило высокую заинтересованность академического и научного сообщества Пакистана в дальнейшем углублении диалога с Российской Федерацией, расширении экономических, культурных, образовательных и гуманитарных связей между жителями дружественных стран.
👉 Подробнее о выступлениях участников дискуссии
#РоссияПакистан
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🇷🇺🇵🇰 The Embassy hosted a roundtable discussion titled "Russia-Pakistan: Overview of the Modern Stage of Bilateral Relations," organized in collaboration with the Consortium for Asia Pacific and Eurasian Studies (CAPES). The event brought together over 40 representatives from universities and research institutions from various Pakistani cities, including Islamabad, Peshawar, Lahore, Faisalabad, Karachi, Sargodha, and Okara.
💬 In his opening remarks, Ambassador Albert P. Khorev noted the growing dynamics of the Russia-Pakistan political dialogue and the intensified contacts between the two countries' legislative bodies. He also emphasized the steady development of cultural ties and the constructive interaction between religious organizations in Russia and Pakistan. He added that the populations of both countries were united by their commitment to traditional spiritual and moral values.
❗️In this regard, the Ambassador confirmed Russia's readiness to increase efforts to implement joint projects aimed at deepening cooperation between the two friendly neighboring countries within the Eurasian region.
The Trade Representative of Russia in Islamabad Denis Nevzorov informed the participants of the key trends in bilateral trade and economic cooperation in 2025. He also presented the 16th INNOPROM International Industrial Exhibition, which will take place in Yekaterinburg, Russia, on July 6–9, 2026.
🤝 Further discussions produced initiatives aimed at strengthening bilateral people-to-people contacts. These initiatives included resuming direct flights between the two countries, launching joint educational programs at Russian and Pakistani universities, and translating Russian classical and modern literary works into Urdu.
❗️The event confirmed the strong interest of the Pakistani academic and scientific communities in further enhancing dialogue with the Russian Federation and expanding economic, cultural, educational, and humanitarian ties between the citizens of the two friendly states.
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#RussiaPakistan
💬 In his opening remarks, Ambassador Albert P. Khorev noted the growing dynamics of the Russia-Pakistan political dialogue and the intensified contacts between the two countries' legislative bodies. He also emphasized the steady development of cultural ties and the constructive interaction between religious organizations in Russia and Pakistan. He added that the populations of both countries were united by their commitment to traditional spiritual and moral values.
❗️In this regard, the Ambassador confirmed Russia's readiness to increase efforts to implement joint projects aimed at deepening cooperation between the two friendly neighboring countries within the Eurasian region.
The Trade Representative of Russia in Islamabad Denis Nevzorov informed the participants of the key trends in bilateral trade and economic cooperation in 2025. He also presented the 16th INNOPROM International Industrial Exhibition, which will take place in Yekaterinburg, Russia, on July 6–9, 2026.
🤝 Further discussions produced initiatives aimed at strengthening bilateral people-to-people contacts. These initiatives included resuming direct flights between the two countries, launching joint educational programs at Russian and Pakistani universities, and translating Russian classical and modern literary works into Urdu.
❗️The event confirmed the strong interest of the Pakistani academic and scientific communities in further enhancing dialogue with the Russian Federation and expanding economic, cultural, educational, and humanitarian ties between the citizens of the two friendly states.
👉 Learn more about the statements of other speakers
#RussiaPakistan
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✨️ 18 декабря Посол России в Пакистане А.П.Хорев принял Директора Центра региональных исследований Университета Пешавара профессора С.Бангаша. На встрече также присутствовали Почетный консул России в Пешаваре М.Арсалла-хан, а также сотрудники Центра – профессор Сарфраз-хан и профессор Ш.Ахмад-хан.
🤝 Стороны обсудили вопросы, связанные с обновлением фондов комнаты русского языка им. А.С.Пушкина, функционирующей в Университете Пешавара с 2018 г. Выражено намерение изучить возможность организации курсов русского языка в Университете Пешавара и введения регулярной практики совместных культурно-просветительских мероприятий, приуроченных к Государственным праздникам Российской Федерации.
🇷🇺🇵🇰 В рамках реализации решений 10-го заседания российско-пакистанской Межправительственной комиссии А.П.Хорев передал Центру региональных исследований Университета Пешавара российскую литературу, реплики известных картин русских художников и фотографии российских пейзажей.
#РоссияПакистан
🤝 Стороны обсудили вопросы, связанные с обновлением фондов комнаты русского языка им. А.С.Пушкина, функционирующей в Университете Пешавара с 2018 г. Выражено намерение изучить возможность организации курсов русского языка в Университете Пешавара и введения регулярной практики совместных культурно-просветительских мероприятий, приуроченных к Государственным праздникам Российской Федерации.
🇷🇺🇵🇰 В рамках реализации решений 10-го заседания российско-пакистанской Межправительственной комиссии А.П.Хорев передал Центру региональных исследований Университета Пешавара российскую литературу, реплики известных картин русских художников и фотографии российских пейзажей.
#РоссияПакистан
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✨️ On December 18, Ambassador Albert P. Khorev met with Prof. Dr. Salman Bangash, the Director of the Area Studies Center at the University of Peshawar. The meeting was also attended by Russian Honorary Consul in Peshawar Muhammad Arsallah Khan and Center professors Dr. Sarfraz Khan and Dr. Shabir Ahmad Khan.
🤝 The parties discussed renovating the Pushkin Russian Language Room, which was inaugurated at the University of Peshawar in 2018. They confirmed their readiness to organize Russian language courses at the university, as well as regular joint cultural and educational events to celebrate Russian public holidays.
🇷🇺🇵🇰 As a follow-up to the 10th meeting of the Russia-Pakistan Intergovernmental Commission, Ambassador Khorev gifted the Area Studies Center of the University of Peshawar with Russian printed books, replicas of famous paintings by Russian artists, and photographs of Russian landscapes.
#RussiaPakistan
🤝 The parties discussed renovating the Pushkin Russian Language Room, which was inaugurated at the University of Peshawar in 2018. They confirmed their readiness to organize Russian language courses at the university, as well as regular joint cultural and educational events to celebrate Russian public holidays.
🇷🇺🇵🇰 As a follow-up to the 10th meeting of the Russia-Pakistan Intergovernmental Commission, Ambassador Khorev gifted the Area Studies Center of the University of Peshawar with Russian printed books, replicas of famous paintings by Russian artists, and photographs of Russian landscapes.
#RussiaPakistan
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