... different platforms to expand cooperation with Russia, particularly by discussing the possibilities of its participation in the EAEU.
Restrictive sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States, EU, and allies, as well as the unofficial “self-imposed sanctions” by Western companies and financial institutions force Russian companies, including those in energy, to consider the possibility of transferring their foreign representative offices to the UAE. This is facilitated by a favorable tax climate in the country, the availability of a developed infrastructure, and a system of services. Trading in ...
On September 30, 2022 the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) together with the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry held a roundtable Russia – India Energy Cooperation under New Geopolitical Conditions. The event was closed from the public
On September 30, 2022 the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) together with the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry held a roundtable Russia – ...
... Kishida’s revamped government will act cautiously, avoiding shocks in the energy sector that is critical for Japan.
As for NPPs, polls demonstrate an increased approval of plans to partially recommission nuclear power plants over instability on global energy markets prompted by anti-Russian sanctions. Relying on those polls, Fumio Kishida has made a number of careful statements to the effect that several nuclear power units
are expected to be commissioned
in addition to the ten currently operational (as of June 2022). Overall, currently ...
On June 5, 2019, a round table on “Sanctions and World Energy” was held at Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC). Ivan Timofeev, RIAC Director of Programs, and Adam Stulberg, Director of the Center for International Strategy, Technology, and Policy (CISTP) in the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Tech ...
... reports from the front lines. In reality, the project is one of the primary areas in Russia’s fight against the United States. Washington has been critical of major Russian... ....S. Department of State created the post of United States Special Envoy for Eurasian Energy (in the Caspian region), originally occupied by Clayland Boyden Gray (2008–2009)... ... Allseas will pull out of the contract in light of the U.S. ban. In any case, the American sanctions against Nord Stream 2 will be a blow not only to Russia, but (and perhaps...
... Russia’s elites failed to understand the changing mood in Germany and kept hoping for the continuing “Schröderizaton” of its Russia policy, an approach based on the idea that relations should be guided by big infrastructure projects like Nord Stream, energy and economic cooperation for mutual benefits, and the personal relationship between leaders. Russia’s leaders did not understand that Merkel’s support for sanctions and clear defence of the sovereignty of Ukraine not only reflected her personal views but also that German decision makers have a completely different understanding than Russia’s about the future of the European security order and the role ...
... contrasts with support for domestic companies to secure advantageous positions on the Russian market.
To this end, energy companies, including BP and Shell, have received consent from the British and Dutch governments to pursue joint ventures with Russian energy firms despite London’s strong support for sanctions against Moscow.
BP has already used this to its advantage. The oil company has purchased a 750 million USD stake (20%) in Siberia’s Taas-Yuriakh field from Rosneft and the two companies agreed to restructure their oil refining joint ...
... remaining its key partner on Ukraine.
Germany and France are friendlier to Russia. They do oppose Russia and have condemned its attitude, but understand that hurtful sanctions are unfeasible. I don't mean those that have been imposed, but genuine economic sanctions. Should they be put into place, the Europeans will be the first to suffer, both with regards to energy supplies and the problems caused by close trade and economic ties, i.e. joint business ventures, shares in Russian corporations, etc. To this end, France and Germany are definitely more amicable toward Russia than Britain.
Yuri Fokin:
Quite right. There are differences between the member-states of major international organizations. France and Germany have ...
... Enel, Fortum) in the Russian power generation sector.
The energy sector is characterized by significant inertia, and consequently, reacts little if at all to political developments. Therefore, I would rate the probability of direct, formalized trade sanctions by the EU on Russian energy resources exports as extremely low.
The energy sector is characterized by significant inertia, and consequently, reacts little if at all to political developments. Therefore, I would rate the probability of direct, formalized trade sanctions by ...
