US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says, the US administration wants to normalise trade relations with Russia. She said the government is working closely with the US Congress to get the necessary legislation passed.

Speaking at the Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation summit in Vladivostok, she said she welcomed Russia's commitment to playing a greater role in the Asia-Pacific region. She said there are, however, concerns in the US Congress about Moscow's support for Iran and Syria, as well as its broader human rights record.

Speaking at the summit, Chinese President Hu Jintao promised to maintain economic growth to support global recovery. Hu said China will pursue steady policies and seek to boost domestic demand. He said all countries in the region shared a responsibility to maintain peace and stability.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is hosting the summit, has expressed concern about the world economy, and particularly Europe's debt crisis. Putin said the recovery of the global economy is faltering and it is important to follow the fundamental principles of open markets and free trade.