Possibility of ban on VPN, preparations for Putin’s visit to China: Kremlin’s statements

MOSCOW, April 15. /TASS/. The possibility of a ban on VPN services and preparations for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to China were among the main topics of a new briefing by Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov.

TASS has compiled the key statements made by the spokesman.

- The Russian president will hold a meeting on economic issues later on Wednesday.

- No liability has been introduced in Russia for using VPN services: "No, you know that there are currently no such bans, no liability. I have no information to the contrary or about any such plans. But I recommend that you address these questions to the Ministry of Communications and Roskomnadzor (Russia’s telecom watchdog - TASS)."

- The Kremlin has confirmed preparations for Putin’s visit to China: "I can confirm to you that President Putin’s visit to China is indeed being prepared."