May 2021 | ISSUE No. 322 | USRCC Business Newsletter
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The 11 Annual Welcome Reception Honoring Delegations
from Russia, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan
at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC 2021)
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The USRCC's OTC Reception is attended by more than 300 international business professionals, including, leading experts from oil and gas/energy industry, investors, suppliers, and government officials.
The USRCC’s OTC Reception provides energy professionals the opportunity to meet and exchange ideas and opinions to advance scientific and technical knowledge for offshore resources and environmental matters.
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EVENT REGISTRATION:
Tuesday, August 17, 2021 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm CST
Hotel ZAZA | Fountain Room
5701 Main Street, Houston, TX 77005
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USRCC Members - $50 | Non-members - $100
"Pay at the Door" Option will be available at:
USRCC Members - $55 | Non-Members - $110
Registration deadline: COB Monday, August 16, 2021
Refunds will not be issued after August 13, 2021
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PLEASE CONTACT US FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: |
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2900 Wilcrest Drive, Suite 133, Houston, TX 77042
P: (713) 429-4680
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The U.S.-Russia Chamber of Commerce is hosting this Webinar to discuss the long-term challenges facing the global supply chain. Energy, Shipping, Mining and Metals, and Agriculture industries’ leaders will share their experiences as to what their respective industries are doing to combat the missing pieces that make the global economy move products smoothly.
- How to handle supply chain disruptions?
- How to decrease costs throughout the supply chain?
- How to meet consumer demands and improve quality, speed and service?
- What are the advantages of digitalization of supply chain management?
These and other related questions will be covered during this Webinar.
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EVENT DATE:
Tuesday, October 5th, 2021
8:00 am – 9:30 am (CST) | 16:00 – 17:30 (MSK)
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COST: COMPLIMENTARY
Registration deadline: COB Monday, October 4th, 2021.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION:
2900 Wilcrest Drive, Suite 133, Houston, TX 77042 | +1 (713) 429-4680
info@usrussiacc.org | www.usrussiacc.org
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Anton Posner
Chief Executive Officer,
The Mercury Group and Mercury Resources LLC;
North East Chapter Chair and
New York Representative,
U.S.-Russia Chamber of Commerce
To read the full bio click here
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C. Brian Hesse
President and CEO,
Rusal America Corporation
To read the full bio click here
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Scott Bergeron
Director of Business
Development & Strategy,
Oldendorff Carriers GmbH & Co. KG
To read the full bio click here
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Robin Martin
Head of Market Development,
London Metal Exchange
To read the full bio
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Scott R. Evans
C0-founder,
Waybridge
To read the full bio
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The U.S.-Russia Chamber of Commerce
invites you to the partner event -
Gastech Exhibition & Conference 2021 at Singapore EXPO,
September 13-16, 2021.
Gastech is a global platform that convenes industry leaders annually in their shared mandate towards a zero-carbon economy. A key enabler of engagement between policy makers, business leaders, disruptors and innovators, Gastech 2021 will drive the conversations, collaborations and connections to address the challenges and opportunities created by the energy transition. Lower and zero-carbon fuels will play a central role in the delivery of the new energy landscape, as global focus continues to move towards a decarbonised and sustainable environment. Gastech 2021 will take place in Singapore, an epicentre for trade across Asia, reflecting the rapid shift Asian economies are making towards Natural Gas and LNG to meet their energy demands. Gastech will help you shape the strategies that will enable your company to thrive, providing an opportunity to explore new markets, forge exciting new partnerships and generate new business across the gas, LNG, hydrogen and energy value chain.
For more information click here.
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Are you taking advantage
of your USRCC Member Benefits?
The U.S.-Russia Chamber of Commerce provides a variety of Membership options to fit your business needs and goals. Renew your membership or join for the first time today!
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RNG Procurement LLC – Prompt and High-quality Supply of Equipment and Materials
Rngoil.ru/en/, May 4, 2021: The company provides a range of supply services for RNG Group, as well as all the companies of Eastsib Holding and external enterprises operating in Yakutia. RNG Procurement purchases over 50,000 items worth at least 5 billion rubles annually. In total, over 4,000 contracts have been concluded over the years of its operation. The main suppliers (95 %) are Russian manufacturers. The company turns to foreign partners in exceptional cases when there are no domestic products of a comparable level. Read more...
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Leiza Dolghih, Clint Corrie Named to D Magazine’s 2021 Best Lawyers in Dallas List
Lewisbrisbois.com, May 5, 2021: Dallas Partners Elisaveta “Leiza” Dolghih and Clint Corrie have been named to D Magazine’s 2021 Best Lawyers in Dallas list. Both attorneys have been included on the list on four prior occasions. According to D Magazine, the attorneys on its Best Lawyers in Dallas list are those who practice in the north Texas region and who “offer unparalleled counsel.” According to the publication, these “exceptional” attorneys are peer-nominated and represent “the people and institutions of Dallas with mastery and drive.” Read more...
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The USRCC Member is seeking
business representative in Russia
Here are the key requirements:
- The company / individual should have the industry contacts in dealing with Sulphur plants, CO2 capture and/or academics;
- The representative should have a working knowledge of the amine industry;
- The representative should have the understanding of how business works in the Russian region;
- The company / individual could have represented tray vendors, solvent suppliers, other software, or Engineering, Procurement and Construction company.
For more details please contact: info@usrussiacc.org
Please indicate in subject line "Russian Representative"
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GET INVOLVED
The USRCC is looking for new team members!
Volunteers play a key role and the contributions they make impact the day-to-day functions of the chamber and shape the future of the relationship between Russia and the U.S.
There are many ways you can get involved with the USRCC. Whether you are an experienced leader or a student, there is a place for you. By volunteering, you can be at the very center of our high-profile events held in Houston, Chicago and New York City and interact with influential leaders in the U.S.-Russia trade and investment.
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To learn more about the position
call 713.429.4680
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Russia Sees Risk of Disconnection from SWIFT as Hypothetical for Now - Foreign Ministry
Tass.com, May 3, 2021: Russia is already in the process of minimizing any potential damage in the case of being disconnected from international financial instruments, but still regards the risk it may be denied access to the system of interbank payments SWIFT as hypothetical, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told on Monday. Read more...
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High Global Demand Sends Russian Urals Crude Oil Price Soaring
Russiabusinesstoday.com, May 6, 2021: Russia’s Ministry of Finance said on Wednesday that the average price for domestic Urals oil benchmark stood at $62.50 per barrel in April, which is a 340% increase in annual terms. According to the ministry, in the first four months of the year the average price for the Russian export oil brand was $60.47 per barrel, compared with the average price of $41.04 per barrel during the same period of 2020. Read more...
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Russian Govt to Allocate Over 7 bln Rubles in Subsidies to Exporters of Medicine, Medical Products in 2021-2023
Interfax.com, May 7, 2021: The Russian government has adopted support measures in the framework of the International Cooperation and Exports national project for companies that export medicine and medical products. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed the corresponding decree, the government press service said in a statement on Friday. Read more...
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Russia To Expand Free Land Scheme To The Entire Arctic
Russia-briefing.com, May 3, 2021: The “Far Eastern Hectare” free land scheme in Russia is to be extended to the entire Arctic region, according to officials at the Project Office for the Development of the Arctic (PORA). The bill to allow this is currently going through the legislative process and is with the State Duma, following the success of the scheme in the Russian Far East. Read more...
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BP Quits Development of 2 Oil Fields in Yakutia with Rosneft
1prime.biz, May 4, 2021: U.K. oil producer BP has quit development the Srednelenskoye and Olekminskoye deposits in the Yakutia republic in the framework of its joint venture with Rosneft, Srednelenskoye said in a report Tuesday. The joint venture with Rosneft Yermak Neftegaz owns Srednelenskoye, which holds the licenses for the two fields. Read more...
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Russia's Business and Consumer Confidence Surveys Delivered Very Positive Results
Intellinews.com, May 4, 2021: Spirits in Russia are picking up as both Rosstat’s business and consumer confidence surveys delivered very positive results. The consumer confidence index, which reflects the aggregate consumer expectations of the population, in the first quarter of 2021 compared to the fourth quarter of 2020 increased by 5 percentage points (pp) and amounted to -21% – its best result in a year. Read more...
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47,000 SME Projects to Receive Preferential Lending in 2021
Astanatimes.com, May 5, 2021: In 2021, 47,000 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will receive preferential lending, said Kazakh Minister of National Economy Aset Irgaliyev at a May 4 government meeting. Irgaliyev spoke about the measures being passed to support SMEs amid the pandemic. In 2020 the SMEs produced goods worth 32.7 trillion tenge (US$76.3 billion). Read more...
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Azerbaijan Railways Boosts Cargo Transportation in 1Q2021
Azernews.az, May 4, 2021: Azerbaijan Railways transported 3.7 million tons of cargo in the first quarter of 2021, which is 7 percent more compared to the same period of last year, local media has reported. Of the total cargo transportation, 1.9 million tons accounted for international shipments. During the reported period, the volume of transit traffic increased by 10.9 percent, reaching 1.2 million tons, while domestic freight traffic decreased by 18.6 percent to 582,300 tons. Read more...
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Launch of New Investment Cycle Described as Matter of National Importance for Belarus
Eng.belta.by, May 6, 2021: The launch of a new investment cycle is a task of national importance. The task was formulated by the head of state during the 6th Belarusian People's Congress. Over Br200 billion will have to be invested over the course of five years in order to reach the targeted growth parameters. To this effect the Economy Ministry is working with other government agencies to put together a set of measures. The work is expected to secure an increase in investments in the economy up to 23% of the GDP in 2025, Belarusian Economy Minister Aleksandr Chervyakov told BelTA in an interview. Read more...
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◾ US-Russia Related News in Russian
◾ Новости недели
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Аналитики Спрогнозировали Инфляцию в России к Концу Года
Gazeta.ru, Май 4, 2021: По итогам 2021 года в России инфляция составит 4,85%. Сдерживающим фактором для роста цен будет повышение ключевой ставки Банка России и возвращение к нейтральной денежно-кредитной политике. Об этом сообщает газета «Известия» со ссылкой на аналитиков российских банков. Читать далее...
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"Роснефть" в Рамках Реорганизации "Самаранефтегаза" Учредила "Самаранефть"
Interfax.ru, Май 5, 2021: НК "Роснефть" учредила новое юрлицо ООО "Самаранефть", объединив активы, ранее выведенные из АО "Самаранефтегаз" и ООО "Кинельский склад", следует из данных системы "СПАРК-Интерфакс". ООО "Самаранефть" было зарегистрировано 30 апреля 2021 года. Уставный капитал компании - 20 тысЯ рублей. В качестве основного вида деятельности указана "добыча нефти". Читать далее...
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Банк России не Исключил Очередного Всплеска COVID-19, Способного Навредить Экономике
Tass.ru, Май 4, 2021: Банк России не исключает очередного ухудшения эпидемической обстановки, способного существенно повлиять на восстановление экономики РФ. Об этом говорится в обновленном докладе регулятора о денежно-кредитной политике. Банк России опасается кризисных явлений и ослабления валют в развивающихся странах из-за неожиданно быстрого перехода к повышению ставок центробанками с развитой экономикой. Читать далее...
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В МИД Рассказали о Сценарии Отключения России от SWIFT
Ria.ru, Май 4, 2021: В России сценарий отключения страны от SWIFT пока рассматривают как гипотетический, заявила официальный представитель МИД Мария Захарова. В качестве примера альтернативных инструментов дипломат привела "Систему передачи финансовых сообщений" Банка России. Читать далее...
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Россия Сократила Долю Доллара и Евро в Резервах
1prime.ru, Май 6, 2021: Банк России в 2020 году снизил долю евро, доллара и фунта стерлингов в международных резервах страны в пользу золота, юаня и прочих валют, следует из годового отчета регулятора. Так, доля евро в международных резервах за прошлый год сократилась на 1,6 процентного пункта и на 1 января составила 29,2%, доля доллара – на 3,3 процентного пункта, до 21,2%. Немного снизился "вес" фунта стерлингов в золотовалютных резервах – на 0,2 процентного пункта, до 6,3%. Читать далее...
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U.S.-Russia Chamber of Commerce
2900 Wilcrest Drive
Suite 133
Houston, TX 77042
713-429-4680
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The U.S.-Russia Chamber of Commerce (USRCC) is a 501(c)(6) not for profit corporation with its headquarters in Houston, Texas, and offices in the Midwest and the Northeast. The USRCC was established in 2009 to promote trade and investment between the Russian Federation and the U.S.A.
The information contained in this newsletter is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal or other professional advice on any subject matter. USRCC does not accept any responsibility for any loss that may arise from reliance on information contained in this newsletter. The views and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors. They do not reflect the opinions or views of the USRCC or its members. Links within this newsletter lead to other websites, including those operated and maintained by third parties. The linked sites are not part of the USRCC newsletter. USRCC includes these links solely as a convenience to the newsletter subscribers, and the presence of such links does not imply a responsibility for the linked site and its operator. USRCC cannot certify the accuracy of the material provided by the original source.
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