U.S. Participation at St. Petersburg Economic Forum

Vladimir Putin opened the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, with U.S. officials attending for the first time since 2017-2018.
Russia's economy, projected at $2.9 trillion, shrank 0.2% in Q1 2026, with 0.4% growth expected.
U.S. delegation includes members like Rodney Mims Cook Jr., Candace Owens, and Thomas Bruch.
Economic challenges, including stalled growth and Ukraine War tensions, pressure the Kremlin.
Oleg Vyugin warns Russia must choose between cutting military spending for growth or continuing the Ukraine War.

Politics | International Relations | Economy

United States | Russia | St. Petersburg

Vladimir Putin | Candace Owens | Rodney Mims Cook Jr. | Thomas Bruch | Oleg Vyugin

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