Sanctions against Russia led to a slowdown in economic growth - but only in Europe. This was stated by the deputy of the European Parliament representing France, Sophie Montel. She pointed out that four years after the introduction of a number of restrictive measures by the West, Russia was able to adapt to the situation, but European manufacturers did not find new markets and bear significant losses. And it will only get worse, the MEP warned.. "The rate of economic growth in the euro area in 2018.

are projected at the level of 2.2%, and in 2019. will drop to 1.9%. In Europe, France will suffer most, with its growth rates falling to 1.7%, "Montaigne forecasted the IMF. According to her, the refusal to cooperate with Russia hit hardest in Germany, Spain, France and Greece. And, as a large business, and small businesses.

"Perhaps, after several years of an unnecessary sanctions regime against Russia, will the European Commission finally consider the possibility of renewing the dialogue with Moscow in order to put an end to this absurd farce, from which the same countries are constantly suffering?" - RT cites the words Montel. Recall that in the summer of this year, the European Commission refused to extend support measures to European farmers and agricultural enterprises, which lost the opportunity to supply products to Russia.