Western economies have imposed crippling economic sanctions on Russia, hoping to turn the screws on its government. Although they have failed to stop the war, they send a message to China and other authoritarian governments

The stories that governments make up about inflation have been a way of pulling the wool over their eyes, for stimulus spending cannot continue forever and will only push inflation higher if it does

Finland stands at a historic crossroads. Abandoning its decades-long stance of neutrality following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Nordic nation now has its sights set on NATO membership. As the country enters a new phase in its history, Sanna Marin is the bold leader driving it forwards

With inflation rates rising and interest rates remaining stubbornly low, policymakers have some tough decisions to make

Events, such as the Russia-Ukraine war, spiraling global debt and the looming climate crisis, are exposing a systemic failure to appropriately analyse geo-political risk

With the introduction of more robust regulation, Ireland has been busy building on the momentum of post-Brexit opportunities that has seen global firms set up base and employment thrive as the country attracts a mixture of home grown and international talent

Projects to harness the rich resources of Eastern Siberia have continued at pace over the last few years, with investments in the construction of the Irkutsk Polymer Plant having reached $1bn. Irkutsk Oil Company is on the precipice of bringing about meaningful change in the region as a result

The lack of confidence in the Russian economy has stemmed from at least two major sources, the fall in the price of oil and the international economic sanctions imposed on the country – what now?

Sustainability is much more than a corporate buzzword. For many organisations, it represents the method of choice for ensuring they deliver long-term success to all their stakeholders

As permafrost across more than half of Russia thaws, critical oil and gas infrastructure is becoming defective. If Moscow fails to curb its dependence on fossil fuels, it risks losing power and influence on the geopolitical stage

The Russian banking sector has faced interest rate cuts amid a period of shifting consumer demands. Sovcombank has navigated these testing times and outpaced its competitors by embracing digital innovation while maintaining a physical presence

It’s been more than five years since Russia annexed Crimea, but with contrasting financial reports emanating from the peninsula, it’s difficult to determine just how beneficial the move has been for Moscow

Sovcombank and other leading financial institutions in Russia are benefiting from the Russian Central Bank’s clean-up operation, as the sector’s landscape becomes more stable and conducive to healthy competition

A fiscally responsible 2019 budget has convinced the IMF to resume aid to Ukraine. The $3.9bn commitment will offer a much needed boost to the country as it faces up to escalating Russian aggression

Russian banks have experienced notable challenges over the past few years, with depressed oil prices and international sanctions impacting the country’s economy. But, forward-looking banks have still been able to thrive in this uncertain climate