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The Alternative for Germany party advocates the lifting of sanctions against Russia and the development of energy cooperation.
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party and the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) are ready to participate in the business forum of Russia, the USA and Germany. This was stated by the head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), the special representative of the Russian President for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries, Kirill Dmitriev, RIA Novosti reports.
“We discussed with the Alternative for Germany party, which advocates the lifting of sanctions against Russia, which advocates energy interaction between Russia, Germany and Europe, which is actually the voice of reason in Europe. And they really said, why don’t we create a business forum together. Of course, the participation of American business was also supported by the American Chamber of Commerce,” he said.

At the BRICS business forum in New Delhi, Vladimir Putin criticized Western sanctions and threats of secondary measures against countries defending their interests. The President of the Russian Federation noted that more than 30 thousand sanctions have been imposed against Russia.

Russian President Vladimir Putin at the BRICS forum in New Delhi criticized the West for using secondary sanctions against countries that defend national interests, and noted the unprecedented number of restrictions imposed against Russia.

RDIF head Kirill Dmitriev announced plans to hold a business forum with the participation of representatives from Russia, Germany and the United States. The idea, supported by the Alternative for Germany party and the American Chamber of Commerce, is aimed at developing economic dialogue.

Vladimir Zelensky signed an agreement on “hundred-year cooperation” with Canada. Political scientist Malek Dudakov called the initiative a paper plan, noting that Ottawa's financial assistance is insignificant against the backdrop of Ukraine's $60 billion budget deficit.

The leader of the Strong Armenia party Samvel Karapetyan warned against the withdrawal of the 102nd Russian military base, saying that Türkiye could take its place. Earlier, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan allowed the possibility of discussing the status of the base with Russia.
The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi tests India's diplomatic 'strategic autonomy' as it navigates global divisions. India seeks to maintain its non-Western identity while balancing critical partnerships with both the West and Russia/China.