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Featured September 15, 2026

The Putin-Modi Meetings In Delhi: Payment Systems, Nuclear Energy, Military and Outer Space

The Vladimir Putin-Narendra Modi meeting on September 11th was also attended by significant delegations from both sides. Rather more than a diplomatic chat, significant progress was made in financial settlements architecture, India’s nuclear energy programme, Indian manufacturing localisation of Russian designed military equipment. and developments in Outer Space. We provide the full details.

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Featured September 14, 2026

Russia-Ethiopia Bilateral Relations: September 2026 Update

Russia President Putin has met with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in New Delhi. Discussions involved significant progress in the nuclear energy, agriculture, manufacturing, digital trade and defence sectors as the two countries trade ties deepen and improve. Bilateral trade has tripled in three years with Ethiopia poised to become a gateway to Eastern Africa for Russian investors. We discuss the reasons why.

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September 14, 2026

India, Russia Agree Investment In A Titanium Sponge Production Investment In India

Russia’s Giredmet Institute, a subsidiary of Rosatom, and India’s ALT Metals have signed a contract to build a trial titanium sponge production facility in India. The product is used in aircraft manufacturing. Russia and India are also discussing the localized production of Russian designed aircraft in India. Several other Rosatom subsidiaries have also signed agreements with Indian firms as the bilateral industrial relationship continues to deepen.

September 12, 2026

Russia-Vietnam Bilateral Relations – A Deep Dive into the 50-Point Joint Statement, 21 Deals and Other Major Outcomes: Analysis

Most reports on the Putin-To Lam meetings omitted details of the two countries 50-Point Joint Statement and the 21 strategic development documents. In this follow-up artcle we identify in detail exactly what these were and the implications for Russia-Vietnam-ASEAN trade development. It is essential reading for anyone involved in ASEAN affairs.

September 10, 2026

Russia-Vietnam Bilateral Relations, Trade, Infrastructure & Development: September 2026 Update

The Russian and Vietnamese Presidents have met in Moscow with sizeable delegations accompanying them. Comprehensive talks were held concerning energy, infrastructure, investments and finance, with an emphasis on direct Moscow-Hanoi rail connectivity, nuclear power, and a near-tripling of bilateral trade by 2030. We provide full details of what was discussed and the implications for Vietnam and the wider ASEAN region.

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September 10, 2026

China – Russia Investment Trends: September 2026 Update

China has built up a US$240 billion portfolio of planned investments into Russia. We examine the varying sectors where these are to be implemented, including trends towards bilateral energy corridors, industrial localization, logistics, finance and tourism. With Russian inbound FDI ignored by the West, the Chinese are taking advantage – and may be motivated by the possibility of the United States to begin doing the same- putting serious capital into Russian supply chain infrastructure.

September 9, 2026

Russia–China Energy Cooperation: September 2026 Updates & Analysis

The 23rd Russia-China Energy Cooperation Committee Meeting and the 8th Russia-China Energy Business Forum have taken place this week, with confirmations of new energy corridors, progress on the Power of Baikal gas pipeline as well as discussions concerning finance. Russia’s exports of energy to China are up 20% this year, with all sectors showing increases. China could account for more than 60% of Russia’s total gas exports by 2030.

September 8, 2026

The 2026 Eastern Economic Forum: Results, Signed Agreements & Analysis

The Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok has concluded with a huge US$79 billion worth of agreements signed. With significant delegations from China, India, South Korea, Japan, Mongolia and the ASEAN countries all involved, we deep dive what investments are being made and where, the status of the announced deals, and the overall impact this significant event will have on the Russian Far East’s integration into the rest of Asia – as well as the issues to overcome. This is essential reading for anyone involved in East Asian affairs.

September 7, 2026

Russian 2026 Winter Gas Storage Levels Currently 90%, EU Short At 65%

Russia’s LNG storage is on track to be at 100% capacity to meet this winter’s demand, while the EU has fallen short of its storage targets. However, although the EU is unlikely to face energy cuts, other suppliers are taking advantage of the EU’s political position. The cost of natural gas in the European Union when compared to Russia is currently 976% more expensive.

September 5, 2026

What Russia Gained From The 2026 SCO Summit: Results & Analysis

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation annual Heads of State summit has now ended, with a major emphasis on trade development. We provide a deep-dive analysis on the 29 agreements signed, including in the security, AI, energy, environment, trade, tourism, diplomatic relations and the SCO’s institutional development sectors. With the SCO possessing nearly a third of global GDP and 50% of the world’s population, this report will be of significant interest to anyone involved in Eurasian affairs.

September 2, 2026

Russia, Mongolia Presidential Meetings: September 2026 Update

The Russian and Mongolian Presidents have met in Bishkek, with multiple projects underway between the two countries. These include nuclear power, rail connectivity, a free trade agreement, and the building of a new capital city. Mongolia’s unique position between Russia and China is about to pay dividends.