The price growth in the consumer market slowed down during the first week of 2024 to 0.26%.

The ministry is eyeing an option of offering yuan-denominated OFZ bonds for a long time.

Unique New Year and Christmas celebration in Russia.

"We have left all of Europe behind in terms of purchasing power parity but as for the per capita indicator, we need to work harder," the Russian leader stressed.

Chinese car exports surged to a record high level owing to the Russian market, making it possible for China to outpace Japan as the top global vehicle exporter, WSJ reported.

The focus of anti-Russia publications has recently shifted to propaganda and justification of extremist actions by certain citizens, the press service of the supervisory body asserts.

CEO of the American investment company Navigator Principal Investors Kyle Shostak also believes that in 2024, "activity on the Russian securities market will increase, trading volumes and new issues on the Moscow Exchange will only increase".

The Russian leader also stated that GDP growth in Armenia will be more than 9% for the first nine months of this year, over 5% in Kazakhstan, more than 4% in Kyrgyzstan, and 3.5% in Belarus.

Putin also noted that the EAEU is successful as a reputable international association with a good base and effective structure.

An exception will be made for the transportation of postal items, diplomatic mail and humanitarian aid.