Russia's external debt increased for the first time in 20 years

Russia's external government debt has exceeded 60 billion dollars for the first time in the last 20 years. This was reported by Zamin.uz.

According to statistical data from the Russian Ministry of Finance, reported by the RIA Novosti agency, as of February 1, 2026, Russia's external debt amounted to 61.97 billion dollars.

This figure is approaching the record level of 76.5 billion dollars recorded in January 2006. According to the data, by 2007 the country's external debt had decreased to 52 billion dollars and had not exceeded 60 billion dollars for the past 19 years.

Experts consider this situation an important change against the backdrop of Russia's international economic relations, the impact of sanctions, and global financial flows. Representatives of the financial sector are conducting an in-depth analysis of the reasons for the increase in external debt, including factors such as the state budget deficit and domestic and foreign bonds.

This process holds significant importance for the Russian economy.