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Featured June 3, 2026

SPIEF 2026 International Investment Forum Opens in St. Petersburg: US Attends For First Time In Years

The St.Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) has just begun with President Putin set to make an important speech and participate in panel Q&A sessions. This years event includes an official United States delegation attending for the first time for a decade, while the Guest of Honor is the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. China’s Vice President is also attending. We provide a download of the official programme of events and a breakdown of what to expect. To follow the event as it progresses, click ‘follow’ on our account.

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Featured June 3, 2026

France, UK Apprehend Madagascan Oil Tanker In International Waters Heading For Cameroon

The seizing by French and British military personal of a ‘Russian’ tanker in the North Atlantic raises important questions of international maritime law, the imposition of sanctions, diplomatic protocols and the overall intent. We look into this strange event that involves not just France and Russia, but also impacts European relations with Madagascar and Cameroon.

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June 3, 2026

Russia, India Negotiating The Joint Production of 200 Ilyushin and Yakolev Commercial Airliners

Russia and India are negotiating a potential agreement for India to manufacture the Ilyushin 114-300 turboprop and the SJ-100 superjet under licence from Russia, in India, using both Russian and Indian parts. It could involve up to 200 aircraft.

June 3, 2026

Russian Wheat Exports To Kenya Up 10% In 5M 2026

Russian exports of wheat to Kenya have grown 10% in the first five months of the year, with volumes to Egypt, Sudan and Cameroon also all showing strong increases.

June 2, 2026

Putin, Pashinyan Discuss Outcomes of Eurasian Economic Union Summit: Our European Union vs Eurasian Economic Union Economic Analysis

Armenia is holding Parliamentary elections in a few days, with the Russian and Armenian Presidents discussing developments within the Eurasian Economic Union. We take a look at Armenia’s choices between the EAEU and the EU as the political temperature heats up and tensions over Armenia increase. .

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June 2, 2026

Russia, Indonesia, To Develop Maritime Cooperation Including Shipbuilding, Port Development, and Fishing

Russia and Indonesia have agreed a far reaching maritime strategy that will see joint investment into Indonesian shipyards, ports and fishing capacity. Both sides have recently signed a Free Trade Agreement with a focus on maritime development being a key initial part of this strategic alliance. Bilateral trade can be expected to boom.

June 2, 2026

India Sells Russian Joint Venture Brahmos Missiles To Vietnam

India has agreed to sell the Russian Joint Venture, India manufactured Brahmos missiles to Vietnam in a US$600 million plus agreement, with similar deals also lined up with Indonesia.

June 1, 2026

Russia-Philippines Bilateral Update: June 2026

The Russian and Philippines foreign ministers have discussed ASEAN, bilateral trade, energy, and related issues as both countries’ markets begin to open up to each other.

May 31, 2026

Putin’s State Visit To Kazakhstan: Results, Signed Agreements and Analysis

Russian President Putin and a substantial delegation have just completed a State visit to Kazakhstan where he also participated in meetings of the Heads of State of the Eurasian Economic Union. The three-day visit produced more than ten bilateral deals affecting all of Eurasia. We deep dive what happened and provide comprehensive analysis. This article is essential reading for all involved in Eurasian affairs.

May 30, 2026

Kamaz Introduces Driverless Truck Services Across Russian-Kazakh Border Controls

The Kamaz truck subsidiary NetCar has successfully tested and is now using driverless trucks capable of passing border control checkpoints between Russia and Kazakhstan. This service includes direct Moscow-Astana connectivity and ultimately, driverless ‘drone’ trucks carrying cargo between Russia and China.

May 30, 2026

Vladivostok Port Starts New Container Shipping Service To China’s Rizhao Port

Russia’s sea fishing Vladmorryb Port, based in Vladivostok, is establishing a direct shipping service to China’s Rizhao Port in Shangdong Province. The new service will be operated by a container ship with a capacity for 620 TEU, carrying both containerized and refrigerated cargo.