Dear colleagues,

On 15–18 June 2022, St. Petersburg will host the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).

The topic of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum is ‘New Opportunities in a New World’. The SPIEF 2022 business programme has four thematic tracks on the global and Russian economy, social and technological agenda, and human capital development. For the Forum business programme architecture, please go to the Programme section of the official website.

Over the past 25 years, the Forum has cemented its status as a leading international event focusing on key issues on the global economic agenda. It provides a platform for participants to exchange best practices and expertise in the interests of sustainable development. For quarter of a century, the Forum has welcomed a host of global leaders, including heads of state and government, and senior figures from international organizations and major companies.

BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATION

A rich business programme More than 150 events, including panel discussions, roundtables, thematic business breakfasts, TV debates, and business dialogues.

SPIEF Investment & Business Expo A major exhibition enabling companies and organizations to showcase ambitious Russian and international investment projects, B2B solutions, and technologies.

Thematic networking areas Thematic areas at the Forum venue provide places for experts and investors to convene and discuss matters concerning key areas of development.

A place to engage in dialogue and to forge and develop business ties The Roscongress Foundation continues to build close ties across numerous areas with economic partners; industrialists’ and entrepreneurs’ unions; and financial, trade, and business associations.

Roscongress Club An exclusive club for members of the intellectual, business, and political elite offering a VIP service to Roscongress Club card holders.

St. Petersburg Seasons festival of culture A festival incorporating dozens of varied events, including St. Petersburg’s best theatre productions, a wide-ranging musical programme, and sightseeing tours.

A varied sports programme An additional opportunity to talk with partners in an informal setting.

SPIEF 2021 was the first major event of its kind to be held offline anywhere in Russia and the world since the start of the pandemic. In the past year, a comprehensive range of COVID-19 prevention measures were developed and refined in line with World Health Organization and Rospotrebnadzor requirements. As a result, participants can be assured of the highest levels of health and safety at the event.

GETTING TO ST. PETERSBURG

We appreciate that given the current restrictions on flights, travel has become more difficult. We are monitoring the latest information provided by official sources. Please visit the official Forum website for more information about getting to St. Petersburg.

Citizens of other countries can obtain the documents required for a Russian visa on the basis of their invitation to SPIEF 2022. For more information, please visit the Entry to Russia for Foreign Participants section nearer the time of the event.