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Russia, in many ways an authoritarian state, has designated itself as a "safe haven" for citizens of Western countries looking to escape "destructive neoliberal ideas.".
Russia is expected to produce a list of which countries are included in this exception, TASS said in its report on the new decree.
Praise for Russia has been a common occurrence among some prominent figures on the right, including former President Donald Trump, who has often spoken positively about Putin.
Others have parroted Russian talking points, while others have celebrated some elements of Russian society.
In 2022, Putin criticized the West as "satanic," arguing that it had rejected "moral norms" and "traditional" values. »