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Putin Touts BRICS, Rebukes ‘Hegemon’ West in Economic Forum Speech

He said countries are racing to “strengthen their sovereignty” amid Western nations’ efforts to “maintain their elusive role as hegemons.”

Russian Central Bank Chief Calls for 'Open Economy'

"Despite the sanctions, we should be ready to integrate our economy" into the world economy, Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina said.

Putin’s Daughters to Attend St. Petersburg Economic Forum

Observers say this year will mark the first time both of Putin’s daughters will be featured as speakers at the annual showcase.

Why a Soviet-American Thinker Moderated Putin’s SPIEF Panel

Russia once lured Western media stars to its flagship economic event. This year, not even Tucker Carlson accepted the invite, an organizer said.

Russia's St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, in Photos

Russia's flagship economic showcase took place under the shadow of the war in Ukraine and Moscow's economic isolation for a second year.

Mobile Web Access Blocked at Business Forum Ahead of Putin Speech

According to independent media reports, the disruption is a preventative measure against a possible drone attack on the Russian leader.

War and SPIEF: Russia's Flagship Economic Forum Flatlines

SPIEF organizers and senior businesspeople described a diminished event that lacks purpose and fails to draw the high-profile guests it once did.

Taliban, Separatists and Lukashenko: Russia Kicks Off Diminished St. Petersburg Forum

There will be no delegations from “unfriendly” countries, according to Russian officials.

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