TASS reported that Kremlin spokesman [Dmitry Peskov told reporters](https://tass.com/economy/1919825 ) that Russia is opposed to tariffs and trade wars. “Certainly, we would not like to see a lot of trade wars in the world. Because, one way or another, it will have a negative impact on all countries,” Peskov pointed out. TASS continued: “He recalled that Russia is currently focused on strengthening ties with friendly countries, including its BRICS partners. ‘We are developing our strategies there, which best serve our interests and those of our partners. Our goal is to avoid tariff wars.’”