Russian investment envoy sees positive dynamic in US relations

Russian President Vladimir Putin's investment envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, said on Thursday that he saw a "positive dynamic" in relations between Moscow and Washington, though more meetings were needed to sort out differences.

"Without doubt, we note a positive dynamic in our relations," Russian news agencies quoted him as telling journalists in Washington after he met with Trump administration officials.

"A series of meetings will still be needed for us to resolve all our differences. But the main thing we see a positive, creative attitude," he was quoted as saying.

"We see absolutely clearly that the president's administration is intent on solving questions, unlike President (Joe) Biden. They conduct themselves with great respect, ask a lot of questions, find compromises," he said.

Dmitriev said among the topic discussed in Washington were cooperation in rare metals production and the Arctic. He said work was proceeding on restoring direct air links between Russia and the United States.