The President of Russia Vladimir Putin is convinced that Russian business “has survived” the economic crisis in Russia. This opinion was expressed at the forum “Support of Russia” under the name “Small business — national idea?”.

“The last two years were quite difficult for our economy, objective difficulties have affected almost all the sectors, but it should be noted that the business has survived, including small,” the Russian President said.

Moreover, the President is convinced that the collapse of ruble and exchange rate difference is a great reason to use it, as it opens up “new opportunities for business.”