Siluanov says Russia and U.S. can build financial links despite hurdles

At the G20 finance leaders conference in North Carolina, Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov met U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for the first time. Siluanov said the two countries have identified common ground for expanding financial relations, despite existing complications. He emphasized that ongoing economic dialogue can create strong points of interest that make political issues easier to resolve.

According to a source reported, Bessent made clear that any economic relief or broader agreements are contingent on the cessation of Russia's war in Ukraine. Siluanov suggested that financial actors may achieve understanding more quickly than political leaders, underscoring the need for continued talks.