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The Russian Direct Investment Fund and Rusatom Healthcare to partner AAMG (Singapore) in Nuclear Medicine Centre in Malaysia

BusinessBy admin November 14, 2018 Leave a comment

Singapore, November 14, 2018 – The Russian Direct Investment Fund (“RDIF”), Russia’s sovereign wealth fund, Singapore’s Asian American Medical Group (“AAMG”), and JSC Rusatom Healthcare, a subsidiary of ROSATOM, have agreed to jointly develop a nuclear medicine center in Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia. The agreement was signed today on the sidelines of ASEAN Summit. The proposed…

Fears Over Bread Costs Prompt Russian Bakeries to Freeze Prices in Far East

NewsBy admin November 14, 2018

Russian bakeries reportedly said that rising grain and fuel prices could bump up the cost of bread by up to 12 percent.

Inside A Moscow Art Studio: Irina Korina

NewsBy admin November 14, 2018

The third in our series of inside views of Moscow art studio where up-and-coming artists find inspiration.

Russia Will Boycott Davos Forum If Sanctioned Oligarchs Are Barred — PM

NewsBy admin November 13, 2018

Sanctioned businessmen Deripaska, Vekselberg and Kostin were reportedly told to stay away from the event in January.

Rosatom opened representative office in Japan

BusinessBy admin November 13, 2018 Leave a comment

On November 12th, a ceremony took place in Tokyo marking the opening of Rosatom Japan, ROSATOM representative office. “Tokyo has historically been among our key foreign partners, our cooperation dating back over 20 years. Rosatom holds leading positions in uranium product exports to Japan, supplying nine of the country’s ten energy companies. Expanding our presence…

Meduza’s #MeToo Scandal Has Changed Russia for Good (Op-ed)

NewsBy admin November 13, 2018

Editor Ivan Kolpakov’s resignation, which was protested by Russia’s media elite, marks the beginning of a new era.

Russia’s Sham Elections in Eastern Ukraine (Op-ed)

NewsBy admin November 12, 2018

The vote essentially tells the world that Russia is moving on from the notion of a peacekeeping force and even from the Minsk agreements.

Immerse Yourself in the Kabakovs’ Worlds

NewsBy admin November 12, 2018

Don’t miss this exhibition of Ilya and Emilia Kabakov, two of Russia’s most important living artists.

Feed the Fleet!

NewsBy admin November 11, 2018

In honor of the armed forces around the world, our favorite cook has made boring into bright and tasty.

What’s Behind Russia’s Sanctions on Ukraine? (Op-ed)

NewsBy admin November 11, 2018

Russia’s recent imposition of sanctions is all about Ukraine’s upcoming presidential election.

Igor Sechin holds working meeting with the CEO of Saudi Aramco Amin Nasser

BusinessBy admin November 9, 2018 Leave a comment

Chief Executive Officer of Rosneft Igor Sechin held a working meeting with Chief Executive Officer of Saudi Aramco Amin Nasser. During the meeting, the heads of the two major hydrocarbon producers discussed a wide range of matters related to mutual interests and cooperation prospects between Rosneft and Saudi Aramco. RosneftInformationDivisionNovember 9, 2018

Russian Scientists Create Industrial Prototype of Unique Biological Preparation

BusinessBy admin November 9, 2018 Leave a comment

Russian scientists have created an industrial prototype of a unique biological preparation designed to clean the coast line and waters of the North seas from oil and oil products spills. The discovery is part of a project being implemented by the Arctic Research and Design Centre (subsidiary of Rosneft corporate Research and Development complex) and…

Severstal jois iitiative to create a Commo Ecoomic Space betwee Lisbo ad Vladivostok

BusinessBy admin November 8, 2018 Leave a comment

November 9, 2018 PAO Severstal, one of the world’s largest vertically integrated steel and mining companies, has signed in support of an initiative to create a Common Economic Space between Lisbon and Vladivostok. The relevant document was signed on November 9 in Minsk, during the conference “Eurasian Economic Union: significance, achievements, development prospects”. The working…

Moscow On Stage

NewsBy admin November 8, 2018

Theaters are beginning their parade of new, revived and favorite productions. Order your tickets now, especially for the holiday season.

The Musicians of Moscow’s Metro, in Photos

NewsBy admin November 8, 2018

Here’s a look at the Music in the Metro project and the musicians who brighten up your commute.

Authentic Russian Pubs

NewsBy admin November 8, 2018

Russian pubs are finding their own voices and unique styles.

Severstal to aouce strategy update at its 2018 Capital Markets Day

BusinessBy admin November 6, 2018 Leave a comment

November 7, 2018 PAO Severstal, one of the world’s leading vertically-integrated steel and mining companies, is hosting its annual Capital Markets Day in London today. The Company’s top-management will announce an update to Severstal’s strategy, aimed at further strengthening its financial performance, maximising value creation and enhancing shareholder returns. Ahead of the event, PAO Severstal…

Russian Art Going, Going, Gone

NewsBy admin November 6, 2018

Curious about the Russian art market – who’s buying and what are they taking home? We were, too.

Go to Dinner in the Far North

NewsBy admin November 5, 2018

Everyone should try the cuisine of Russia’s far north at least once. And once you try it, you’ll be back for more.

86% of Large Russian Companies Fear New U.S. Sanctions – Report

NewsBy admin November 5, 2018

Respondents named import bans, a weaker ruble and a ban on Russian state banks conducting foreign exchange transactions as their top three concerns.

The Women’s Century: Five Russian Writers to Watch

NewsBy admin November 4, 2018

Today, Russia has no dearth of successful, celebrated women writers.

ROSATOM Team Wins at the WorldSkills Hi-Tech for the Fourth Time

BusinessBy admin November 1, 2018 Leave a comment

The select team of ROSATOM became the winner in the unofficial team scoring at the WorldSkills Hi-Tech 2018. The National Championship of cross-industry blue collar jobs in hi-tech sectors was held in Yekaterinburg on October 24-28. ROSATOM team was represented in 20 out of 32 championship competences. Participants from ten corporate divisions collected 16 gold,…

The Hottest Bars and Clubs

NewsBy admin November 1, 2018

Check out the trendiest Moscow bars.

Shepard Fairey Brings His Art Home to Moscow

NewsBy admin November 1, 2018

Last weekend to see this great show of American street artist Shepard Fairey. Free admission on Sunday 6 – 11 p.m.

Five Guys Come to Moscow

NewsBy admin November 1, 2018

“Kalinka” with a bit of Michael Jackson thrown in? Who are these guys? Check them out for free this weekend.

Russia Named 31st in World Bank’s ‘Doing Business’ Ranking, Missing Putin’s Target

NewsBy admin October 31, 2018

Russia’s new ranking places it ahead of many Western countries such as France and Italy, and just behind Spain.

More than 5,000 students visit ROSATOM Festival of Science and Culture in Delhi and Mumbai

BusinessBy admin October 30, 2018 Leave a comment

Over 5,000 students from over 50 schools in India attended the events of the six-day ROSATOM Festival of Science and Culture. The event, organized by the Russian State Atomic Energy Corporation ROSATOM in association with ASE (Rosatom Engineering Division), Embassy of the Russian Federation to the Republic of India, and Nehru Science Center in Mumbai,…

Health, Beauty and Sports

NewsBy admin October 30, 2018

Check out the best banyas and spas in Moscow.

Russian Millionaires Hold Two-Thirds of Their Money Abroad, Report Says

NewsBy admin October 30, 2018

President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly called on wealthy Russians to bring their capital back to the country.

Have a Happy Halloween

NewsBy admin October 30, 2018

You still have time to perfect your costume. Moscow opens the doors to ghosts and goblins this weekend.

The Romanoffs: The Empire Strikes Back

NewsBy admin October 30, 2018

We asked Jennifer Eremeeva to watch one more episode of Amazon’s “The Romanoffs” and let us know how it’s going. It’s going strangely.

Nadya Tolokonnikova Resists Hollywood

NewsBy admin October 29, 2018

We caught up with Nadya Tolokonnikova at the last stop of her U.S. book tour.

Enjoy Moscow’s New Parks

NewsBy admin October 28, 2018

Check out these new urban parks before winter hits… and bookmark them for next spring and summer.

See ‘Stalker’ on the Big Screen

NewsBy admin October 28, 2018

A rare screening of an even rarer remastered classic. Don’t miss it!

Power start-up of Tianwan NPP unit No.4 took place in China

BusinessBy admin October 27, 2018 Leave a comment

Power start-up of Tianwan NPP (TNPP) power unit No.4 being constructed in China under the Russian NPP design with VVER-1000 reactors took place on October 27 2018 at 01:53 msk. The fourth power unit produced the first kilowatts of output to the national grid system. In compliance with the permit obtained from the Chinese regulatory…

Igor Sechin makes key report at XI Eurasian Economic Forum in Verona

BusinessBy admin October 25, 2018 Leave a comment

Rosneft Chief Executive Officer Igor Sechin made the key report during the XI Eurasian Economic Forum in Verona (Italy). The main topic of the forum is “Economy of trust and diplomacy of business from the Atlantic to the Pacific”. The head of Rosneft noted the high importance of the issues discussed at the forum and…

Premieres and New Productions

NewsBy admin October 25, 2018

Autumn means the start of Moscow’s cultural season. Here are some of the exciting premieres and new
productions taking place on stages across Russia’s capital.

Forbes Publishes List of 25 Richest Russian Women, Wife of Moscow’s Ex-Mayor Remains Top

BusinessBy admin October 25, 2018 Leave a comment

The wife of former Moscow mayor Yury Luzhkov and Russia’s only female billionaire, Yelena Baturina, has topped an annual list of the country’s 25 richest women for the sixth year in a row, according to the latest rating published by the Russian edition of Forbes on Thursday. The magazine estimated Baturina’s fortune at $1.2 billion…

NB Art Gallery: A Moscow Institution

NewsBy admin October 25, 2018

Natalia Bykova founded the NB gallery in 1992 in a former communal apartment in Moscow.

JSC Isotope presents its products and expands its business at EANM 2018

BusinessBy admin October 24, 2018 Leave a comment

JSC Isotope participated in the annual congress of European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM 2018) held on October 13-17 in Dusseldorf (Germany). At the EANM exhibition, JSC Isotope and Rusatom Healthcare presented ROSATOM’s capabilities in supplies of medical products produced by such enterprises as Karpov IPC, SSC RIAR, IPPE, IRM, ECP, and others. At the…

U.S. Group Bangs on a Can in Zaryadye

NewsBy admin October 24, 2018

Free tonight? Well, here’s something you won’t hear often.

The Skyscrapers of Moscow City, in Photos

NewsBy admin October 24, 2018

Moscow City took two decades to build and now has some of the tallest skyscrapers in Europe.

Deputy Director General of ROSATOM Nikolai Spasskiy had a meeting with President of the Republic of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić

BusinessBy admin October 24, 2018 Leave a comment

On October 23 in Belgrade Deputy Director General of ROSATOM Nikolai Spasskiy had a meeting with President of the Republic of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić. The meeting was also attended by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to the Republic of Serbia Aleksandr Chepurin and Minister without Portfolio in charge of Innovation and Technological…

Forbes Publishes List of 25 Richest Russian Women, Wife of Moscow’s Ex-Mayor Remains Top

NewsBy admin October 24, 2018

The combined wealth of the 25 wealthiest Russian women was nearly $9 billion.

Severstal Board of Directors approves key log-term ESG objectives

BusinessBy admin October 23, 2018 Leave a comment

October 24, 2018 The Board of Directors of PAO Severstal, one of the world’s leading steel and steel-related mining companies, has approved the Company’s long-term occupational and industrial safety and environmental protection objectives. Occupational and industrial safety Severstal is dedicated to consistently improving safety for all of its employees. The Company has set an objective…

New Traditions

NewsBy admin October 23, 2018

Old Favorites Explore New Tradition.

Supported by Rosneft, Berlin Hosts Symphony Orchestra Concert Conducted by Yuri Temirkanov

BusinessBy admin October 22, 2018 Leave a comment

With the support of Rosneft, a concert by the Saint Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of conductor Yuri Temirkanov was held in Berlin. The performance took place as part of the programme of the Grand European tour of the orchestra. During the tour, Yuri Temirkanov and the orchestra performed 11 concerts in the best…

The Amazon Series Sets Romanoffs Adrift

NewsBy admin October 21, 2018

Is it worth the hype? Jennifer Eremeeva, who knows her Russian history and Romanov lore, reviews the first two episodes.

Rosneft Oil Company Contributes to Saving Polar Bear Cub on Dikson Island

BusinessBy admin October 19, 2018 Leave a comment

A 1.5 year-old polar bear cub was rescued on Dikson Island with help of Rosneft Oil Company and Wildlife Conservation and Research Society. The rescue operation for the little warden of Arctic lasted almost a week. Under supervision of an experienced veterinarian and zoologist, the bear in a special cage was delivered to Krasnoyarsk nature…

President of Uzbekistan S. Mirziyoyev and President of Russia V. Putin launched the First NPP Construction Project in Uzbekistan

BusinessBy admin October 19, 2018 Leave a comment

On October 19, 2018 a solemn ceremony was held in Uzbekistan to celebrate the launch of the first NPP construction project in Uzbekistan. The event marked the beginning of investigation studies to select the construction site for the future NPP. The President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the President of Russia Vladimir Putin, who was…

Atomenergomash shipped a set of key equipment for the Kudankulam-3 (India)

BusinessBy admin October 19, 2018 Leave a comment

AEM Technologies company (belongs to the Engineering Division of ROSATOM – Atomenergomash JSC) shipped a set of key equipment for the third unit of the Kudankulam NPP in India. Four steam generators assembled, which are the main element of the reactor unit and provide the transformation of nuclear energy produced by the reactor into power…

Rosneft expands the application of international certificates in HSE

BusinessBy admin October 19, 2018 Leave a comment

According to the results of the audit, Rosneft has received certificates of the Company’s Integrated Management System compliance with two international standards – ISO 14001:2015, which establishes the requirements to environmental management systems, and with Standard BS OHSAS 18001:2007, which sets the requirements to H&S management systems functioning. In September-October 2018, the auditors of DQS…

Russia Climbs in Global Competitiveness Index

NewsBy admin October 16, 2018

Russia returned to a growth rate of 1.5 percent in 2017 after two years of decline and is projected to grow a further 1.7 percent this year.

Russia Received $15Bln Windfall From World Cup, Organizers Say

NewsBy admin October 15, 2018

The knock-on effect could bring up to 210 billion rubles of annual revenue in the next five years, the report said.

Moscow’s Golden Glow and Fall Foliage, in Photos

NewsBy admin October 15, 2018

It’s mid-October and Moscow is being treated to an exceptional autumn after an equally delightful summer this year.

Foreign journalists have familiarized themselves with the progress of Belarusian NPP units construction

BusinessBy admin October 11, 2018 Leave a comment

Representatives of more than 20 foreign mass media companies from Bangladesh, Hungary, Germany, Lithuania, Poland, Ukraine and Belarus have visited Belarusian NPP. The journalists were given a chance to familiarize themselves with the progress of construction of the first Belarusian Nuclear Power Plant. In particular, the representatives of mass media companies visited the site designed…

The Russia Buzz

NewsBy admin October 10, 2018

Is it a movie, a critique of Russia, or a code for living?

Amazon Launches ‘The Romanoffs’

NewsBy admin October 9, 2018

A television series that harkens back to the 1950s and imagines a world full of Romanovs and Romanov wannabes.

Open doors day took place at the Akkuyu NPP site (Turkey)

BusinessBy admin October 9, 2018 Leave a comment

Open doors day took place at the Akkuyu NPP site (Turkey) On October 6 in Büyükeceli (Province of Mersin) AKKUYU NUCLEAR Project Company organized the first Open doors day at the construction site of Akkuyu NPP (Turkey). Residents of the nearest localities of Gülnar district, Mersin province, were guests of the event. Through a guided…

Moscow’s Fall Film Harvest

NewsBy admin October 8, 2018

Russia’s fall movies are young, brash, complicated, and really worth seeing.