Economistul-șef al băncii ruse VEB, demis după critici

Andrei Klepach, chief economist of Russia's second-largest bank, was dismissed after criticizing the country's economy and warning of a prolonged economic war with Ukraine. His remarks highlighted Russia's economic struggles compared to China and the U.S., and he predicted a social crisis due to the war's pressures. Klepach's statements contradicted President Putin's claims of economic resilience. His firing is believed to be linked to his critical views, which did not align with the bank's position. Russia's economy faces significant challenges, including a growing budget deficit and the impact of Western sanctions.