AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSPIEF Deals & Energy Pitch: At St. Petersburg’s SPIEF, Russia’s investment chief said the country offers the world’s “cheapest energy,” including for data centers, as the forum logged $90B+ in signed contracts. Critical Minerals Push: Saudi Arabia’s industry minister said the kingdom wants deeper joint investment with Russia in rare earths and critical minerals to strengthen supply chains. Myanmar Power Project: Inter RAO and Myanmar’s Launglon Economic Development signed an MoU for a Dawei deep-sea port power plant during a Russia visit. Digital Ruble Rollout: The Bank of Russia says 12 major banks are ready for digital ruble services starting September 1. Armenia Election Fallout: Armenian authorities arrested a Russia-based business figure accused of using Telegram to arrange free transport for voters ahead of June 7 polls, as Yerevan weighs EU integration versus closer ties with Moscow. War Spillover to Business Hubs: Ukraine struck around St. Petersburg during SPIEF’s final day; Russia reported large drone interceptions and urged residents to shelter indoors. Defense & Security Signals: Russia air-lifted a Pantsir air-defense system onto a Moscow residential high-rise, underscoring heightened protection of civilian areas.
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