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Featured July 20, 2026

The Russia-Latin America Strategic Cooperation Forum (CORAL 2026): Trade Development and Economic Analysis

We review the Russia-Latin America Strategic Cooperation Forum (CORAL 2026) which has just taken place in Sao Paulo. Participants included Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Chile, Venezuela, Paraguay, Ecuador and Russia in what was an important regional trade development event. We provide a country by country analysis and the latest Russia-Latin America trade intelligence.

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Featured July 17, 2026

China To Retaliate If United States Introduces 100% Tariffs On Its Exports For Buying Russian Oil

The Chinese government have threatened to retaliate if the United States imposes 100% tariffs on its exports as punishment for purchasing Russian crude oil. We examine the implications.

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July 15, 2026

Russia’s January-May 2026 Foreign Trade Growth: The Success Of The Pivot To Asia

Despite European media stating the contrary, the Russian economy and foreign trade data improved during January-May 2026. We examine the data, look at the underlying reasons and provide the hard evidence that support the Russian statistics.

July 13, 2026

Russia, Burundi Bilateral Relations: July 2026 Update & Trade Analysis

The Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, has met with Burundi President Évariste Ndayishimiye, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Édouard Bizimana. Discussions focused on nuclear energy projects, as well as education and trade development. Burundi is also currently the Chair of the African Union.

July 12, 2026

How Russia Is Transforming Temporary Fuel Disruptions into Long-Term Strategic Strength

We examine the reality behind Russia’s energy shortages, the impact of Ukrainian attacks on its facilities, and how Russia’s logistics and production is changing to adapt to the short-term problems these have created. It is essential reading for anyone interested in the Russian domestic, import and export oil & gas sectors.

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July 11, 2026

Russia, Egypt Discussing Additional Nuclear Power Plants

With Egypt’s El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant nearing completion, Cairo has opened discussions with Rosatom over additional NPP construction including the possibility of floating plants to be sited on the Red Sea.

July 10, 2026

Russia, Mali Bilateral Relations: July 2026 Update & Trade Analysis

Sergey Lavrov, Russia’s Foreign Minister, has met with Abdoulaye Diop, the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Mali, to discuss bilateral trade and investment. The two sides are actively engaged in nuclear and solar power projects, mining, and the agricultural sectors.

July 10, 2026

Russia-Niger Bilateral Relations – July 2026 Update & Trade Analysis

The Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has met with Abdourahamane Tchiani, the President of the Niger, and Foreign Minister Bakary Samgare. The two sides discussed trade and investment cooperation in nuclear energy, mining, infrastructure and agriculture in addition to security matters.

July 10, 2026

Russia, Burkina Faso Bilateral Relations: July 2026 Update & Trade Analysis

A Russian delegation led by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has met with the Burkina Faso Foreigm Minister Karamoko Traore to discuss trade and investment. Burkino Faso has been increasing trade with Russia in security, energy, mining and the agriculture sectors.

July 1, 2026

Russia, Rwanda, Sign Nuclear Power Agreement For Small Modular Reactor

Rosatom have agreed a roadmap with the Rwanda Atomic Energy Board for plans to build a Small Modular Reactor in Rwanda. The country wishes to diversify its energy mix as demand increases.

June 30, 2026

Gazprom Resumes Imports Of Turkmenistan Gas Supplies

Russia has resumed the import of gas from Turkmenistan for the first time since 2016. The move fundamentally alters Eurasian and Russian gas flows and bypasses the troublesome Black Sea region.