Russia's economy grew by more than 4 per cent over the past two years, outperforming most G20 nations, Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov said during a meeting with foreign diplomats in Moscow, according to TASS. Reshetnikov credited the performance to Russia's "efficient, open and competitive" economy, despite external constraints. He added that the country is preparing to cancel visa requirements with several Middle Eastern and Asian nations while expanding the list of countries eligible for e-visas. Attribution: TASS Subediting: M. S. Salama
