Russian economy growing despite sanctions | BBC News

Russia is the most sanctioned economy in the world - yet this year Russia is set to grow faster than all advanced economies, according to the International Monetary Fund. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) expects Russia to grow 3.2% this year, significantly more than the UK, France and Germany. Vladimir Putin is hosting an International Economic Forum in St Petersburg, where it's claimed that delegates from more than 130 countries and territories are taking part. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #Russia #Putin #BBCNews