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Russia's Finance Minister Anton Siluanov visited Saudi Arabia ahead of scheduled talks between Russian and U.S. officials aimed at ending the nearly three-year war in Ukraine. The high-level discussions will take place in the Kingdom next week, according to a U.S. lawmaker and a source familiar with the plans.
Siluanov attended the AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies, organized by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Finance and the International Monetary Fund. During the event, he emphasized Russia's willingness to restructure foreign debt, highlighting that Russia has restructured $30 billion in debt from 22 countries over the past 25 years, with a similar amount renegotiated through bilateral agreements.
In addition to the conference, Siluanov, Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov, and Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina met with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on February 15 to discuss economic cooperation and regional developments.
The upcoming talks between U.S. and Russian officials in Saudi Arabia signal a potential diplomatic breakthrough in efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. The meeting underscores Saudi Arabia's growing role as a mediator in global conflicts and its strengthening economic ties with Russia.
Siluanov's remarks at the conference and Russia's active engagement in international debt restructuring reflect the country's strategic efforts to maintain economic stability and foster global partnerships despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. The presence of top Russian officials in the Gulf region highlights the importance of economic diplomacy in navigating the current global landscape.
As the world watches the developments in Saudi Arabia, the outcome of these talks could have significant implications for the war in Ukraine and international relations.
