ATHENS -- Russia's economy has been showing modest signs of stabilization, performing better than many expected despite the heavy sanctions imposed by Western allies after the invasion of Ukraine. But the recovery remains fragile and could easily be derailed by domestic political instability or a slowdown in the economy Russia now depends on most -- China.
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China slowdown, Wagner rebellion overshadow Russian economy
Recent signs of improvement mask myriad weak points, experts say
Russia recently raised its growth forecast for this year, but the short-lived Wagner uprising and a slowdown in China could derail the fragile recovery. (Source photos by AP and Reuters)
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