China pledges to help Russia overcome economic hardships
Published time: December 22, 2014 09:51
Edited time: December 22, 2014 12:45
China’s foreign minister has pledged support to Russia as it faces an economic downturn due to sanctions and a drop in oil prices. Boosting trade in yuan is a solution proposed by Beijing’s commerce minister.
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Russia has the capability and the wisdom to overcome the existing hardship in the economic situation," Foreign Minister Wang Yi told journalists, China Daily reported Monday. “
If the Russian side needs it, we will provide necessary assistance within our capacity."
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