VTB's Kostin on Putin, Sanctions, Trump, and Brexit

The transcript discusses the Russian President's speech, focusing on NATO relations and the geopolitical climate. It covers the impact of sanctions on Russia and Western Europe, particularly those related to Crimea. The potential effects of the US elections on Russia are analyzed, with a focus on Trump and Clinton. Finally, the transcript explores the implications of Brexit on the Russian economy and financial markets.

What is the Russian President's stance on the potential for a Cold War?

• Russia is actively seeking a Cold War.

• Russia has already started a Cold War.

• Russia does not want a Cold War.

• Russia is indifferent to the Cold War.

How do the sanctions affect Russia's economic relationship with Western Europe?

• They have no effect.

• They improve the relationship.

• They make the relationship stronger.

• They have a negative effect.

What is the speaker's expectation regarding the removal of sanctions against Crimea?

• They will be removed soon.

• They will be removed next month.

• They will never be removed.

• They will be removed after the American election.

What is the Russian perspective on working with a Trump presidency?

• They are opposed to it.

• They are uncertain and cautious.

• They are certain it will be beneficial.

• They have already established a strong relationship.

How does the speaker compare Trump to previous American presidents?

• Trump is seen as having a similar approach to past presidents.

• Trump is an unknown compared to known relationships with past presidents.

• Trump is seen as less favorable.

• Trump is seen as more predictable.

What is the speaker's view on the likelihood of Brexit occurring?

• They believe it is very likely.

• They are certain it will not happen.

• They are skeptical about its occurrence.

• They think it has already happened.

What impact does the speaker believe Brexit would have on the European economy?

• It would negatively affect the markets.

• It would be beneficial.

• It would have no impact.

• It would strengthen the economy.