On December 8, 2023, Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov delivered a lecture for FinU students and participants of the Movement of the First organization at the International Exhibition and Forum Russia. The Minister of Finance spoke about the country’s financial system development in the era of global economic challenges.
The Minister of Finance noted that global changes in geopolitics affect the way the country’s financial and economic policy is being built, “Understanding the changes, we build priorities and principles that would allow us to ensure our interests in the global political and economic agenda.”
Anton Siluanov drew attention to the importance of maintaining the balance of budgetary and monetary policy, adding that a stable and balanced budget allows implementing development plans so that citizens and businesses minimally feel the effects of external restrictions, “The budget is Russia’s financial shield against restrictions and sanctions.”
The Minister of Finance also stressed the importance of ensuring not only financial, but also technological sovereignty, and the development of domestic industry key sectors.
After the lecture, students personally asked Anton Siluanov questions about the development of financial culture, investment tools, the possibilities of using the digital ruble, and the specifics of converting foreign exchange earnings.
In conclusion, the Minister of Finance noted the importance of a creative approach in solving urgent problems facing the country’s economy.
As part of the event, FinU students and Chairman of the “Movement of the First” Grigory Gurov visited the stand of the Ministry of Finance dedicated to the Russian financial system technological development. It presents modern services and developments that make the lives of citizens and businesses easier and more comfortable.
