Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan may create monetary union

Russian President Vladimir Putin, the time has come to discuss the creation of a monetary union between Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan

We think it's time to talk about the possibility of forming a monetary union in the near future, "said Putin after meeting with his colleagues. He stressed that during the meeting were also discussed issues of Eurasian integration.

According to the Russian leader, working together "is easier to react to external threats in the areas of finance and economy, and protect our market together."