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The Common Economic Space (CES) does not have political tasks, but only economic ones — intensification of cooperation and economic growth

July 26, 2004

At a meeting with business circles of Russia and Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin once more declared his support for the swift formation of a Common Economic Space and a free trade zone with Ukraine.

By the end of the year, Russia and Ukraine may reach a bilateral economic agreement on the formation of the CES – earlier than with the rest of the partners.

July 26, 2004