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Russian economic forums should be held in Russia–president’s aide

LONDON, April 25 (Itar-Tass) -- Russian economic forums should be held in Russia, as all the necessary conditions are already in place there, presidential adviser Igor Shuvalov told the media.

He said that was his personal point of view, adding that many others shared it.

Shuvalov has arrived in London in the course of a tour of G8 countries for preparations for the G8 summit in St. Petersburg.

The Russian economic forum will enjoy great influence, if it is held in Russia, Shuvalov said.

In his opinion stable economic growth in Russia is evidence that “we can offer the best conditions for arranging for and hosting such business events.

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	02.12.06 Bill Pace World Federalist Movement - Institute for Global Policy
	01.12.06 Peter I. Hajnal Toronto University, G8 Research Group