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Russian finance minister attends G20 meeting following U.S. invitation
Anton Siluanov's first in-person attendance at a G20 gathering since the invasion of Ukraine drew criticism from European representatives.
The short version
- Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov attended a G20 finance gathering in Asheville, N.C., marking his first in-person appearance at the forum since Russia invaded Ukraine.
- The Trump administration invited Siluanov and officials from Russia's central bank, defending the move as necessary for ongoing dialogue.
- European delegates protested Siluanov's presence, describing his participation as deeply concerning given the continuing war in Ukraine.
Key facts
- Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov and leaders from the Russian central bank attended an in-person G20 meeting of finance ministers and central bankers in Asheville, N.C.[The Washington Post]
- The invitation to the Russian delegation was extended by the Trump administration.[The Washington Post]
- This meeting was Siluanov's first in-person attendance at a G20 session since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.[The Washington Post]
- European delegates voiced objections to Siluanov's presence, while U.S. officials defended the decision by emphasizing the necessity of dialogue.[The Washington Post]
Sources
- Russian finance minister, invited by Trump, draws objections at G-20 meetingThe Washington Post - National metered