Russia's Siluanov returns to US-hosted G20 finance talks in North Carolina, drawing European objections
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has made a surprise in-person appearance at US-hosted G20 finance talks in Asheville, North Carolina, in a move that immediately drew criticism from several European officials. His attendance on Monday marked the first time he has taken part in a G20 meeting in person since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The talks brought him into direct contact with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, underscoring the diplomatic sensitivity of Russia's return to the forum.According to the Russian finance ministry, Siluanov and Bessent discussed financial cooperation within the G20 framework. A US official... [Continue Reading]
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