YAROSLAVL, Russia (Reuters) - Russia should uphold democratic rights and increase political competition if the Kremlin's plans to modernise its economy are to become reality, President Barack Obama's top adviser on Russia said on Thursday.
Some Russian opposition figures have criticised the Obama administration for playing down concerns over human rights and democracy to rebuild ties with the Kremlin and get help on U.S. priorities such as Iran's nuclear programme and Afghanistan.
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