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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Iran did not request talks with US – MFA

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    TEHRAN, July 8 (Xinhua) — Iran has not requested any meetings with the United States, the Islamic Republic’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said on Tuesday, as quoted by the Tasnim news agency.

    This is how the diplomat responded to the words of US President Donald Trump, who said the day before that Iran had asked for a meeting.

    Speaking to reporters at the White House on Monday alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump said the United States was ready to negotiate with Iran. “We have a meeting scheduled with Iran, and they want to talk,” he said. “They have requested a meeting, and I am going to attend. If we can put something on paper, that would be good,” the president added.

    From April 12 to May 23, Iran and the United States held five rounds of indirect talks on Tehran’s nuclear program and the lifting of American sanctions. They were mediated by Oman.

    Two days before the sixth round, scheduled for June 15 in the Omani capital Muscat, Israel launched massive airstrikes on a number of Iranian sites, including nuclear and military facilities, killing senior commanders, nuclear scientists and scores of civilians. Tehran responded with a series of missile and drone strikes on Israel.

    On June 22, the United States struck three Iranian nuclear facilities: Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan. Iran later attacked the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.

    On June 24, after 12 days of fighting, Iran and Israel reached a ceasefire agreement. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Iran did not request talks with US – MFA

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    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    TEHRAN, July 8 (Xinhua) — Iran has not requested any meetings with the United States, the Islamic Republic’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said on Tuesday, as quoted by the Tasnim news agency.

    This is how the diplomat responded to the words of US President Donald Trump, who said the day before that Iran had asked for a meeting.

    Speaking to reporters at the White House on Monday alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump said the United States was ready to negotiate with Iran. “We have a meeting scheduled with Iran, and they want to talk,” he said. “They have requested a meeting, and I am going to attend. If we can put something on paper, that would be good,” the president added.

    From April 12 to May 23, Iran and the United States held five rounds of indirect talks on Tehran’s nuclear program and the lifting of American sanctions. They were mediated by Oman.

    Two days before the sixth round, scheduled for June 15 in the Omani capital Muscat, Israel launched massive airstrikes on a number of Iranian sites, including nuclear and military facilities, killing senior commanders, nuclear scientists and scores of civilians. Tehran responded with a series of missile and drone strikes on Israel.

    On June 22, the United States struck three Iranian nuclear facilities: Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan. Iran later attacked the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.

    On June 24, after 12 days of fighting, Iran and Israel reached a ceasefire agreement. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Former Vice Chairman of Xizang Autonomous Region People’s Government Sentenced to Death with Suspension for Bribery

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    CHANGSHA, July 8 (Xinhua) — Wang Yong, former vice chairman of the people’s government of southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region, was sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve on Tuesday for accepting bribes.

    The verdict was handed down by the Intermediate People’s Court of Chenzhou City, Hunan Province, central China. His case was heard in open court on May 15 this year.

    According to the verdict, Wang Yong, also a former member of the SAR government’s leadership group, was deprived of political rights for life and all his personal property will be confiscated in favor of the state.

    The court found that from 2007 to 2023, Wang Yong, in various positions, abused his official powers to assist other organizations and individuals in winning contracts for contracting projects, thereby illegally enriching himself in the total amount of more than 271 million yuan (about 37.9 million US dollars).

    The court ruled that Wang Yun’s crimes had caused serious harm to the interests of the state and the people. Meanwhile, based on the fact that the defendant admitted his guilt and repented of his actions, and also assisted in the return of illegally obtained funds, his sentence was reduced. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI: Sergei Guriev, Dean of London Business School, Joins the Group of Thirty

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    WASHINGTON and LONDON, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — London Business School is pleased to announce that Professor Sergei Guriev, the School’s Dean, has joined The Group of Thirty (G30).

    Sergei Guriev brings a unique breadth of expertise, in areas ranging from corporate governance and contract theory to political economics, labor mobility, and the economics of development and transition. He is currently Dean of London Business School, Research Fellow at the Centre for Economic Policy Research, Senior Member of the Institut Universitaire de France, and a Global Member of the Trilateral Commission. Guriev previously served as Professor of Economics and Provost at Sciences Po, Paris and Chief Economist at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. He was earlier Rector of the New Economic School in Moscow from 2004-2013, and served on various Russian councils including the Commission on Open Government.

    The Group of Thirty, founded in 1978, is an independent global body comprised of economic and financial leaders from the public and private sectors and academia. It aims to deepen understanding of economic and financial issues, and of the international repercussions of decisions taken in the public and private sectors. Members participate in the Group in their personal capacities, not on behalf of any organization, public or private, to which they may be affiliated. A full list of current G30 members is available at http://group30.org/members.

    Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Chair of the Board of Trustees, stated: “We are delighted to welcome Sergei into the Group of Thirty. He brings an outstanding record in academia, unique insights on economies at various stages of advancement, and political economy. He will be a valuable addition to our debates.”

    Raghuram Rajan, Chair of the G30, said: “I look forward to Sergei’s contributions to the Group’s meetings and work program. His background and research on geo-politics and corruption, as well as his exemplary contributions to public service, will no doubt expand the Group’s discussions as we navigate an increasingly polarized and volatile world.”

    Sergei Guriev stated: “I thank Tharman, Raghu, and the G30 for the offer of membership. I’m honored to be part of the Group and look forward to actively contributing in the years to come on shared priorities and concerns.”

    For media enquiries, contact Christopher Moseley on +44 7511 577803 / email cmoseley@london.edu.

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/6fe8db0e-0fd1-45e6-a6af-90881cafeeb3

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Press release – MEPs debate the Danish Presidency’s priorities with Prime Minister Frederiksen

    Source: European Parliament 3

    On Tuesday, Mette Frederiksen outlined Denmark’s goals for its six-month long EU Council presidency and the country’s ‘strong Europe in a changing world’ strategy.

    Welcoming the Danish Prime Minister, EP President Metsola said Denmark assumes the Presidency at a critical moment, and the presidency’s slogan, ‘A strong Europe in a changing world’ captures exactly what is needed. President Metsola said Denmark is well placed to lead Europe by example and said that Parliament is ready to cooperate across all issues, while highlighting the particular importance of the upcoming EU long-term budget.

    Prime Minister Frederiksen said the EU is facing the greatest international challenges the world has experienced since the 1940s, geopolitical and economic competition, and rising levels of conflict.

    She said that Europe must take responsibility for its own security by investing more and strengthening its defence industry so that by 2030 the EU will be able to defend itself. To face the military threat from Russia, Europe must also continue to support Ukraine’s fight for peace and freedom. The Prime Minister stressed the EU’s support for Ukraine is not charity but also benefits the EU’s own defence. On migration she said citizens expect Europe to find new solutions and stressed the need to strengthen the EU’s external borders, lower the influx of migrants, and make returns easier and more efficient.

    Ms Frederiksen added that a competitive and green Europe is becoming a top priority for all as Europe falls behind globally. On the climate change and biodiversity crisis she said Europe must continue pushing for a global green transition and that an ambitious EU 2040 climate target needs to be agreed quickly to show global leadership and predictability for companies. On the EU’s next long-term budget, she was in favour of making it more flexible, simplified, better equipped to deal with unforeseen events, and more focused on EU political priorities.


    Reactions by MEPs

    In their interventions, many MEPs welcomed the focus of the Danish presidency on defence and competiveness. Europe must strengthen its defence industry and cooperation with its allies, several MEPs added. Some MEPs demanded the implementation of the Draghi report and said it should be easier for small and medium sized businesses to grow.

    The next long-term budget must be fair and focused on people’s needs, several MEPs added. The Danish presidency should speed up the green transition and work towards agreeing on the 2040 climate target announced by the Commission.

    A number of MEPs called for more efforts to tackle illegal migration, and some stressed the necessity of helping those in need arriving in Europe, while others called for permanent border controls.

    You can watch the debate again here.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Xi Jinping stresses resource-based economy transformation, advancing China’s modernization during inspection tour of Shanxi Province

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    TAIYUAN, July 8 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on north China’s Shanxi Province to further promote the transformation of resource-based economy development and write a new chapter in China’s modernization drive.

    Xi Jinping, who is also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee (CPC Central Committee) and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks during his inspection tour of Shanxi province from Monday to Tuesday. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan Open New Border Checkpoint

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    ALMATY, July 8 (Xinhua) — Tajik President Emomali Rahmon and Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov took part in the opening ceremony of the Tojvaron-Karamik checkpoint on the border of the two countries online, the Khovar news agency reported on Tuesday.

    The opening ceremony took place as part of S. Japarov’s visit to Tajikistan to participate in high-level negotiations between the governments of the two states.

    The ceremony was held with the participation of the leadership and residents of the Lakhsh and Chon-Alai districts of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Presidents of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan held talks in Dushanbe

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    ALMATY, July 8 (Xinhua) — High-level talks were held in Dushanbe between Tajik President Emomali Rahmon and Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, the Khovar news agency reported on Tuesday.

    Following the negotiations, a ceremony of signing new cooperation documents took place with the participation of the heads of the two states.

    A Joint Statement between the Republic of Tajikistan and the Kyrgyz Republic, an Agreement on Confidence-Building Measures, an Agreement on the Establishment of the Tajik-Kyrgyz Intergovernmental Council, etc. were signed.

    In total, the governments of the two states signed 14 documents. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China is ready to share its achievements in the field of military equipment development with friendly countries – Defense Ministry

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    BEIJING, July 8 (Xinhua) — China always takes a prudent and responsible approach to military exports and is willing to share its achievements in military technology development with friendly countries, Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Jiang Bin said on Tuesday.

    He made the remarks while commenting on recent reports that some countries are in talks with China over plans to purchase weapons, including J-10 fighter jets.

    Jiang Bin also stressed China’s commitment to playing a constructive role in maintaining peace and stability both in the region and around the world. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Wang Yi to attend series of ASEAN Plus Foreign Ministers’ Meetings

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, July 8 (Xinhua) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will attend a series of foreign ministerial meetings in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from July 10 to 11, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Tuesday.

    Wang Yi, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, will attend the China-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, the ASEAN Plus Three (China, Japan and the Republic of Korea) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, and the East Asia Summit and ASEAN Regional Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meetings, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman said. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI: Churchill Reports High-Grade Zinc Results on Polymetallic Veins at the Black Raven Property, Central Newfoundland

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Churchill Resources Inc. (“Churchill” or the “Company”) (TSXV: CRI) is pleased to announce the final due-diligence sample results on its Black Raven property with three over-limit zinc assays of 5.25%, 11.03% and 12.11% from grab samples 305, 315 and 321 respectively. These samples returned high-grade gold, silver, lead and zinc, emphasizing the polymetallic metal assemblage of critical minerals present in the Black Raven vein system, per the summary table and figure below.

    Sample #   300   304   305   315   321
    Silver grade (g/t)   153   329   321   251   395
    Gold grade (g/t)   3.07   7.70   7.79   5.09   2.16
    Lead grade (%)   3.10   6.47   5.80   8.83   7.34
    Zinc grade (%)   2.85   4.97   5.25   11.03   12.11
    Copper grade (%)   nil   0.37   0.50   0.39   0.40
                         

    These samples exceeded the laboratory’s original upper detection limit for zinc (50,000ppm or 5% – see release of June 23 2025), and the results reported herein are from the overage assay protocols. The Black Raven vein systems have never been drilled.

    “These excellent zinc results complete all of the over-limit ore-grade analyses from our due-diligence sampling, and continue to strongly confirm our belief that the Black Raven system includes high-grade polymetallic veins, as well as the known Frost Cove Antimony and Stewart Gold past-producers,” commented Paul Sobie, President of Churchill. “Our next batch of rock samples are at SGS and will be processed much more quickly than the due-diligence set, as we’re running the appropriate ore grade analyses concurrently on suspected high-grade samples.”

    The Black Raven Property hosts two past-producing mines dating back to the late 1800’s, the Frost Cove Antimony Mine, and the Stewart Gold Mine which returned antimony grades of 35.1% and gold grades of 14.4 g/t, respectively (see release of 12th June 2025). The zinc results reported herein are from different locations on the property (see attached map). Black Raven is located approximately 60km northwest of Gander, and approximately 100km north of the Beaver Brook Antimony Mine, currently on care and maintenance.

    Antimony: A Critical Mineral in High Demand

    Antimony is a critical mineral essential for national security and modern technology, with over 90% of global production controlled by China, Russia, and other non-Western jurisdictions. The metal is a vital component in military applications, while also being crucial for certain flame retardants, strengthening alloys in batteries, and emerging energy storage technologies. Recent Chinese export restrictions have driven prices to record levels exceeding $50,000 per tonne, highlighting antimony’s strategic importance to a “Fortress North America” approach to critical mineral supply chains and making domestic North American sources increasingly important for economic and national security.

    Due-Diligence Sampling Program

    Antimony, gold, silver, lead, zinc, copper and molybdenum samples were selected by Dr. Derek Wilton, independent QP to Churchill, during field visits on April 24th and 25th. All samples were labelled and securely bound and delivered to the prep laboratory of SGS Canada Inc. in Grand Falls-Windsor, for crushing and pulverizing. Splits were couriered to Burnaby, B.C. by SGS for GE_AAS33E50 zinc assays and overlimit samples by the GO_ICP90Q100 ore-grade analytical method. All due-diligence samples described in this news release were grab samples and are selective by nature and are unlikely to represent average grades of the property.

    Black Raven Antimony-Gold Property

    The Black Raven Property comprises nine map-staked licenses constituting a single contiguous block of 125 claims that in total cover 3,125ha or 31.25km2. Churchill and the vendors have agreed to a 4km wide area of interest around the property boundaries as part of their agreement.

    The past sampling data reported in this News Release is historic in nature and does not meet NI43-101 standards. Churchill has relied on the information supplied in the Government of Newfoundland field assessment reports and from information found in the Mineral Occurrence Database System operated by the Newfoundland Department of Industry, Energy and, Technology. Natural Resources.

    The technical and scientific information in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Dr. Derek H.C Wilton, P.Geo., FGC, who is a “qualified person” as defined under National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”). Dr. Wilton is an honorary research professor of Economic Geology at Memorial University in St. John’s and is independent of the Company for the purposes of NI 43-101.

    References:

    Heyl, George R., 1936. Geology and Mineral Deposits of the Bay of Exploits Area. Newfoundland Department of Natural Resources, Geological Section, Bulletin No 3. 65 pages.

    Fogwill, W.D., 1968. Report on a copper prospect at Western Head, Moreton’s Harbour in the Notre Dame Bay Area, Newfoundland. Newfoundland and Labrador Geological Survey, Assessment File 2E/10/0350, 1968, 48 pages

    Kay, E.A. 1981. A geochemical and fluid inclusion study of the arsenopyrite-stibnite-gold mineralization, Moreton’s Harbour, Notre Dame Bay, Newfoundland. Master Thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, Canada, 1981. Newfoundland and Labrador Geological Survey, Assessment File 002E/10/1075, 1981, 209 pages.

    Quinlan E, 2013. First Year Assessment Report for 019872M, Ninth Year Assessment Report for 015553M, and Third Year Assessment Report for 017787M for Exploration within the Black Raven Property, NTS Map Sheet 2E/10. Newfoundland and Labrador Geological Survey Assessment Report, 69 pages

    Quinlan, E. 2025. 21st, 8th & 4th Year Assessment Report of Diamond Drilling & Prospecting On Black Raven Property, License 023212M (21st Year), License 02840m (8th Year), License 35674m (4th Year) NTS 02E/10, North-Central Newfoundland. Property centered at approximately 49°57’N, 54°87’ W. 34 pages.

    About Churchill Resources

    Churchill Resources Inc. is a Canadian exploration company focused on strategic, critical minerals in Canada, principally at its prospective Black Raven, Taylor Brook and Florence Lake properties in Newfoundland & Labrador. The Churchill management team, board, and advisors have decades of combined experience in mineral exploration and in the establishment of successful publicly listed mining companies, both in Canada and around the world. Churchill’s Newfoundland and Labrador projects have the potential to benefit from the province’s large and diversified minerals industry, which includes world class nickel mines and processing facilities, and a well-developed mineral exploration sector with locally based drilling and geological expertise.

    Churchill’s Taylor Brook Nickel-Copper-Cobalt-Vanadium-Titanium Property, and Florence Lake Nickel Property, are both in good standing for a number of years, such that further exploration and development can await improved market conditions sentiment while the Company focuses on high-grade antimony-gold and other critical minerals.

    Further Information

    For further information regarding Churchill, please contact:

    Churchill Resources Inc.
    Paul Sobie, Chief Executive Officer
    psobie@churchillresources.com
    Tel. 416.365.0930 (o)
           647.988.0930 (m)

    Alec Rowlands, Business Development & IR
    Alec.rowlands1@gmail.com
    Tel. 416.721.4732 (m)

    FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

    This news release contains certain forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements about Churchill’s objectives, goals and exploration activities proposed to be conducted on its properties; future growth potential of Churchill, including whether any proposed exploration programs at any of its properties will be successful; exploration results; and future exploration plans and costs. Wherever possible, words such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “expect”, “plan”, “intend”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “predict” or “potential” or the negative or other variations of these words, or similar words or phrases, have been used to identify these forward-looking statements. In particular, this release contains forward-looking information relating to, among other things, the Company’s goals and objectives, and future exploration work to be conducted on the Company’s Black Raven Antimony Property. These statements reflect management’s current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management as at the date hereof.

    Forward-looking statements involve significant risk, uncertainties and assumptions. Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results discussed or implied in the forward-looking statements. These factors should be considered carefully and readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements. Such factors, among other things, include: exploration results on the Black Raven Antimony Property; the expected benefits to Churchill relating to the exploration proposed to be conducted on its properties; receipt of all regulatory approvals in connection with the transaction contemplated herein; failure to identify any additional mineral resources or significant mineralization; the preliminary nature of metallurgical test results; uncertainties relating to the availability and costs of financing needed in the future, including to fund any exploration programs on the Churchill’s properties, if required; fluctuations in general macroeconomic conditions; fluctuations in securities markets; fluctuations in spot and forward prices of gold, silver, base metals or certain other commodities; change in national and local government, legislation, taxation, controls, regulations and political or economic developments; risks and hazards associated with the business of mineral exploration, development and mining (including environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected formations pressures, cave-ins and flooding); inability to obtain adequate insurance to cover risks and hazards; the presence of laws and regulations that may impose restrictions on mining and mineral exploration; employee relations; relationships with and claims by local communities and indigenous populations; availability of increasing costs associated with mining inputs and labour; the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development (including the risks of obtaining necessary licenses, permits and approvals from government authorities); the unlikelihood that properties that are explored are ultimately developed into producing mines; geological factors; actual results of current and future exploration; changes in project parameters as plans continue to be evaluated; soil sampling results being preliminary in nature and are not conclusive evidence of the likelihood of a mineral deposit; and title to properties. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions, the Churchill cannot assure readers that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release, and the Churchill assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances, except as required by law. Neither the TSXV nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSXV) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/7bb07e79-51ac-4671-b042-3607a1200922

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: St Petersburg University and the Institute of the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences are launching a joint program to train archaeologists | Saint Petersburg State University

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    During the training, future archaeologists will acquire a solid theoretical base, the necessary technical competencies for working with archaeological equipment, material sources, and will also have the opportunity to develop analytical skills for the correct interpretation of finds. The curriculum includes disciplines on the study of the material culture of Eurasia, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Europe, the history of landowning and nomadic civilizations – from the Stone Age to the New Age.

    The practice-oriented disciplines include mastering methods of field and desk research, including 3D modeling, as well as immersion in issues of legal regulation of the protection of cultural heritage sites. In addition, students will take courses in Chinese and Hindi.

    A bachelor’s program has been opened at St. Petersburg State University in the 2025/26 academic year “Archeology” with additional qualifications: “History and Social Science Teacher”, “Curator of Museum Values” or “Museum Objects Accounting Specialist”. This direction is implemented in online form with the Institute of the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences, where students conduct practical training and research work.

    The classes will be taught by leading teachers of St Petersburg University and research fellows of the Institute of the History of Material Culture (IHMC) of the Russian Academy of Sciences — recognized experts in the field of studying the Paleolithic era, Finno-Ugric, Slavic-Russian, Scandinavian and Caucasian archeology, the New Age and the art of the Ancient East. Among them are Alexander Ocherednoy, Senior Research Fellow of the Paleolithic Department of the IHMC, Margarita Kholkina, landscape archeology specialist and Associate Professor of St Petersburg University, Evgenia Tkach, Academic Secretary of the IHMC, and other scientists.

    Telegram channel of the employees of the Paleolithic Department of the Institute of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences “It all started in the Paleolithic” (provided by Ksenia Stepanova)

    On a voluntary basis, students will be able to take part in archaeological expeditions: in Krasnoyarsk Krai, the Republic of Tuva, the North Caucasus, Crimea, the Kaliningrad and Leningrad regions, one of the largest Stone Age sites Kostenki in the Voronezh region, as well as in the territories of the near abroad. Immersion in a professional environment is not only gaining valuable practical experience for future archaeologists, but also an opportunity to contribute to the study and preservation of Russia’s cultural heritage.

    The university implements programs of additional education, including in areas dedicated to history. For example, advanced training for specialists “Protective archeology and preservation of cultural heritage sites” and online course “History of Russian Literature”. The full list of courses is presented on the SPbU website in the section “Additional education”.

    As noted by the head of the educational program “Archaeology”, professor of St. Petersburg State University Igor Tikhonov, the new direction of training continues the traditions of the Russian school of studying applied historical science. “For the first time, the resources of the Institute of the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences, which is the successor of the Imperial Archaeological Commission created in 1859, and the oldest department of archeology of St. Petersburg State University, which has existed since 1936, have been fully combined. This is a real combination of the potential of one of the leading academic institutions of our country and the educational traditions and practices of St. Petersburg University. The Institute of the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences is also the main employer for university students,” the professor added.

    Graduates can focus on professional activities in scientific institutes, museums and government agencies, manage educational and tourism projects, work in publishing houses or teach in secondary specialized educational institutions. Potential employers include the Institute of the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the Peter the Great Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the State Hermitage Museum and other organizations.

    Admission to the program started on June 20.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: HSE’s Project Management Course Receives International Accreditation

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    Source: State University “Higher School of Economics” –

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    The Higher School of Business of the National Research University Higher School of Economics has received accreditation for teaching the discipline “Project Management” according to the international standard IPMA ICB 4.0.

    Accreditation confirms that the Project Management course at the HSB complies with international standards: from the content of the course and the qualifications of teachers to the teaching materials. These requirements are recognized in more than 70 countries, including the USA, China, India, Germany, Great Britain and France.

    The Project Management course is implemented as part of various educational programs of the Higher School of Business of the National Research University Higher School of Economics – from bachelor’s and master’s degrees to professional retraining programs and MBA. Particular attention is paid to unified international approaches so that graduates can work in the global market and “speak” with colleagues in the same professional language.

    Project management has long gone beyond the scope of narrow professional tools. Today, it is the key to implementing changes and the basis for sustainable growth of companies in an unstable and rapidly changing environment. Modern project management requires specialists to be flexible, able to work with a high degree of uncertainty, think strategically, and have a wide range of methodological approaches – from classical to Agile and hybrid. All this forms the basis for teaching the Project Management discipline at the Higher School of Business of the National Research University Higher School of Economics.

    The certificate was issued for two years by the Russian Project Management Association SOVNET, the representative of the International Project Management Association (IPMA) in Russia since 1991. To obtain accreditation, the HSE provided a full set of training materials, and the teachers confirmed their qualifications by undergoing certification according to the IPMA system. The assessment was carried out by a commission of national experts authorized by IPMA.

    Ilyina Olga Nikolaevna

    Associate Professor of the Higher School of Business, National Research University Higher School of Economics, Director of the Project Management Center of the Higher School of Business, National Research University Higher School of Economics

    “Accreditation according to the international IPMA standard is a significant step for the HSB. It confirms that our approach to teaching project management meets the high requirements of the global professional community. For us, this is not only an assessment of quality, but also confirmation that we are developing education in accordance with global trends and preparing specialists who are able to work effectively in an international environment.”

    International accreditation confirms HSE’s commitment to high educational standards and strengthens its reputation as a first-choice business school.

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Press release – Gas storage: Parliament backs refill flexibility to bring down prices

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    Approved in plenary today, the new law seeks to address speculation on the gas market and bring down prices, by introducing greater flexibility to gas storage refilling rules.

    The Regulation, already agreed upon between MEPs and Council, will extend the EU’s 2022 gas storage scheme until 31 December 2027, as it would otherwise have expired at the end of 2025. The provision is designed to ensure gas supply security ahead of the winter season.

    MEPs and the Council also introduced several amendments to ease tensions in the gas market, as speculation surrounding the existing mandatory 90% fill rate target by 1 November each year was driving up the cost of refilling during the summer.

    Refilling flexibilities

    The text will allow member states to achieve the 90% filling target at any point in time between 1 October and 1 December. Once the 90% target is met, it should not be required to maintain that level until 1 December.

    Member states should have the possibility to deviate by up to 10 percentage points from the filling target in the event of difficult market conditions, such as indications of speculation hindering cost-effective storage filling. The Commission may further increase this deviation by a further five percentage points by means of a delegated act, for one filling season, if these market conditions persist.

    Towards full independence from Russian imports

    The competent authority monitoring gas refilling in each member state shall also provide information on the share of gas originating in the Russian Federation being stored, in line with the 17 June proposals from the European Commission. This should help with monitoring whether Russian gas is stored in the EU.

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    “The 2022 legislation showed that Europe was able to protect its citizens in a situation where Russia was using gas as a weapon of blackmail”, said rapporteur Borys Budka (EPP, Poland). “This revision will provide for more flexibility and less bureaucracy but, above all, it will bring Europe’s gas prices down, while we continue advancing towards energy independence from unreliable suppliers” he said.

    Next steps

    Parliament backed the bill with 542 votes to 109, with 30 abstentions. It will now have to be formally approved by Council before publication in the EU Official Journal.

    Background

    Gas-storage facilities provide for 30% of the Union’s gas consumption during winter months. The EU’s energy security has been a critical concern in recent years, not least in light of its dependence on non-EU countries for primary energy supplies. The 2022 energy crisis, exacerbated by Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and the subsequent weaponisation of gas supplies, highlighted the urgent need for additional measures to ensure stable and affordable energy supplies.

    Among these, the EU introduced new gas storage rules. However, the global gas market remains tight, with increased competition for liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies and persistent price volatility.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Moscow Exchange: REPO risk parameters change for the security MSRS

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    As per the Securities market risk parameters methodology, on 08.07.2025, 10-23 (MSK) the lower bound of the REPO rate for tenor Y0/Y1Dt (up to -69.0 %), penalty rate and IR Risk Rate (up to -0.00294 rub) for the security MSRS were changed. New values are available here

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Innovations in Materials Science. International Conference Held at Polytechnic University

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    From July 4 to 6, the Polytechnic University hosted the international scientific conference “Implementation of Innovations. New Materials and Additive Technologies” (VINMiAT-25). Scientists and experts in the field of materials science discussed the latest achievements in the creation of new materials and equipment design.

    The organizers were the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, the Russian Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, PJSC Gazprom and SPbPU.

    The conference considered modern achievements of science and technology in the field of physical and chemical processes for obtaining new materials and designing technological equipment, problems of implementation and commercialization of innovative technologies of the country’s fuel and energy complex, as well as new approaches to solving urgent problems in modern materials science.

    The plenary session was held in the research building of Technopolis Polytech. It was opened by the rector of SPbPU, academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences Andrey Rudskoy.

    I am pleased to welcome you to the international scientific conference “Implementation of Innovations. New Materials and Additive Technologies”. This significant event brought together leading representatives of the scientific community, experts in the field of materials science, as well as students and postgraduates. I am confident that the results of our joint work will find practical application in various industries, contributing to the technological development of our country,” noted Andrey Rudskoy.

    The Deputy Head of Department of PJSC Gazprom, Maxim Nedzvetsky, gave a welcoming speech, expressing gratitude to the Polytechnic University for the excellent organization and emphasizing the relevance of the issues discussed.

    At the plenary session, Director of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials and Transport of SPbPU Anatoly Popovich made a report on the experience and prospects for the development of additive and laser technologies. As the chief designer of the Scientific and Technical Complex “New Materials, Technologies, Production” within the framework of the project “Strategic Technological Leadership”, Anatoly Popovich paid special attention to the manufacture, repair and restoration of components of power engineering in various ways. He also assessed the prospects for the development of the additive technology industry.

    Head of the Department of PJSC Gazprom Viktor Seredenok spoke about the implementation of innovative projects in the company. Associate Professor of the Higher School of Physics and Technology of Materials of the Institute of Metallurgical Engineering and Technology Oleg Panchenko gave a report “New Technological Approaches in Welding”. He presented a number of technologies that are being implemented at the Polytechnic University. These are electric arc welding with a consumable electrode with cold metal transfer and a non-consumable electrode with a focused arc, manual laser welding, friction stir welding of steels, as well as process automation technologies.

    Head of the structural division of the Russian Quantum Center (International Center for Quantum Optics and Quantum Technologies) Anton Guglya devoted his speech to quantum and related technologies in the oil and gas sector. Deputy Chief Engineer for Additive Technologies at UEC Aviadvigatel Alexander Aksenov shared his experience of using additive technologies in the company.

    Representatives from Russia, Uzbekistan, Belarus and China participated in the conference. Their work was organized into several sections:

    nature-like materials and additive technologies for their production; welding and related technologies; technology for producing powder, composite materials and coatings; equipment, automation and robotics of innovative technologies; physical and chemical processes and innovative technologies in modern materials science; implementation of innovations in high-tech products at PJSC Gazprom.

    Specialists from the research laboratory “LiAT” of IMMiT SPbPU presented three reports. The research group analyzed residual deformations of a welded joint using different welding methods. The report presented the results of the influence of the welding method on the level of residual deformations, energy input and the width of the heat-affected zone, as well as on technical and economic characteristics.

    A separate presentation was devoted to the restoration of nozzle blades made of cobalt and nickel alloy using laser cladding. SPbPU scientists created a laser cladding technology and developed measures to prevent cracks. The cladding blades successfully passed operational tests.

    Mikhail Kuznetsov, Head of the Research Laboratory “LiAT” of IMMiT, presented a series of robotic systems for the implementation of laser welding, laser cladding and direct laser deposition processes in industrial production conditions. Among the developments are the mobile laser cladding system “Nomad”, direct laser deposition systems, as well as laser and hybrid laser-arc welding. Special attention was paid to the laser foil welding system and the system for applying a porous coating to hip joint cups. The participants’ attention was drawn to examples of the systems’ application for solving industrial partners’ production problems.

    Participation in VINMiAT-2025 is very important for understanding the development trend of industry and science in the field of additive technologies, as well as identifying points of contact for further interaction with industry, commented Mikhail Kuznetsov.

    At the sections, experts considered various issues: research into the mechanical properties of continuously reinforced nature-like polymer composites, development of biocompatible titanium-tantalum composites using selective laser melting, 3D printing of metal products using melt extrusion technology, implementation of innovations at Gazprom Transgaz Saratov, the procedure for admitting MTRs for use at Gazprom facilities, modern solutions in instrument making using machine vision and FDM technology, and much more.

    A cruise on a motor ship with an excursion program was organized for the conference participants. A meeting was held on board the motor ship, where reports were presented by representatives of PAO Gazprom and its subsidiaries, scientific and educational institutions and enterprises.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: To Konstantin Raikin, People’s Artist of Russia

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    Mikhail Mishustin congratulated the theater and film actor, teacher, director, and artistic director of the Satirikon Theater named after Arkady Raikin on his 75th birthday.

    The telegram states, in particular:

    “For many years, your bright acting and directing talent, sincerity and charm have won the hearts of viewers.

    Thanks to your creative energy, the unique theatre “Satirikon” is developing. On the famous stage, you bring to life bold ideas and plans, invariably delighting fans with interesting productions and premieres.

    Another facet of your talent is pedagogy. During your time at the Higher School of Performing Arts, you trained many wonderful actors and directors.

    I wish you new successes, inspiration, health and prosperity.”

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Mikhail Mishustin appointed Dmitry Volvach as head of the Federal Accreditation Service

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    Order dated July 7, 2025 No. 1831-r

    The Federal Accreditation Service (Rosaccreditation) is headed by Dmitry Volvach. The order on his appointment to this position was signed by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.

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    Order dated July 7, 2025 No. 1831-r

    Dmitry Volvach was born in 1972 in Moscow.

    In 1996, he graduated from the Lomonosov Moscow State University with a degree in physics, in 1998, from the Law College – Specialized Institute of Jurisprudence of the Lomonosov Moscow State University with a degree in jurisprudence, and in 2001 from the All-Russian State Tax Academy with a degree in finance and credit. Candidate of Legal Sciences.

    From 1998 to 2000, he worked in the Interdistrict Inspectorate of the Ministry of the Russian Federation for Taxes and Duties No. 40 for the city of Moscow.

    Since 2000, he has worked in various positions in the Ministry of Taxes and Duties of the Russian Federation, and later in the Federal Tax Service. From 2019 to 2021, he was deputy head of this department.

    Since March 2021, he held the post of Deputy Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation.

    Nazariy Skrypnik, who until now headed the Federal Accreditation Service, has been relieved of his post at his request.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Yulia Rutberg, People’s Artist of Russia

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    Mikhail Mishustin congratulated the theater and film actress on her anniversary.

    The telegram states, in particular:

    “Your dramatic talent and individuality have been embodied in vivid roles. You have created many images on famous stages and in cinema. Every time you appear on stage and in front of the camera, you delight with your genuine acting, sincerity and charm. The audience loves you very much and always looks forward to meeting you in the theater, at a concert, on television.

    I wish you health, prosperity, inspiration and all the best.”

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko held a meeting with the head of North Ossetia Sergei Menyailo

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    Working meeting of Dmitry Chernyshenko with the head of North Ossetia Sergey Menyailo

    Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko held a working meeting with the head of the Republic of North Ossetia – Alania Sergey Menyailo. The parties discussed issues of developing tourism, sports, education, science, and youth policy.

    Dmitry Chernyshenko emphasized that one of the Government’s priority tasks is the development of domestic tourism.

    “The unique nature and culture of North Ossetia make it attractive to travelers. To develop this area, the republic actively uses state support measures of the national project “Tourism and Hospitality”. Thus, within the framework of the competitive selection for 2025-2027, applications were submitted for the implementation of projects to create modular non-capital accommodation facilities. Based on the results of the competition, North Ossetia will receive about 1 billion for three years – this is the second place in terms of volume among all subjects of Russia,” the Deputy Prime Minister said.

    Dmitry Chernyshenko also noted the importance of each subject’s contribution to achieving the common goal set by President Vladimir Putin – to involve 70% of Russian citizens in systematic physical education and sports by 2030. To achieve this, it is necessary, among other things, to work on the level of provision with sports facilities.

    The Deputy Prime Minister added that the national project “Youth and Children” contributes to the development of education, science and youth policy in the Republic of North Ossetia – Alania. For example, it plans to build new buildings for general education organizations. Within the framework of the federal project “Professionalism”, three clusters have been created by industry: pedagogy, law enforcement and management, tourism and services.

    Thanks to the republic’s participation in the “Region for the Young” program, the first stage of the capital renovation of the Youth Palace was carried out, and a number of events in the field of youth policy were held.

    “The development of the education sector is one of the main priorities of the socio-economic policy of North Ossetia, to which we pay special attention and which today accounts for more than a third of the republican budget. Following the implementation of the national project “Education”, in 2024 alone, more than 4.6 billion rubles were allocated from the federal budget for the development of education in the region. I would like to express my gratitude for such support, as well as for the attention that the Russian Government is paying to the region – literally the day before, an order was signed to include new projects in the list of activities for the socio-economic development of North Ossetia, the implementation period of which has been extended until 2028. This includes the construction of a school for 500 students for residents of new microdistricts of Vladikavkaz and a school for 200 students in the village of Chermen, Prigorodny District,” said Sergei Menyailo.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Mikhail Mishustin inspected a prototype of the modernized Il-114-300 passenger aircraft

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    Mikhail Mishustin and the Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in the Urals Federal District Artem Zhoga during a meeting at the Yekaterinburg airport

    Based on the instruction of the President of the Russian Federation, a program is being implemented to modernize and resume serial production of the Il-114–300 regional passenger aircraft. The aircraft is being created specifically for local airlines, with the ability to operate in hard-to-reach regions with poor airfield infrastructure, on short and unpaved runways, in low temperature conditions, and is a modernized version of the Il-114 turboprop aircraft. It will replace the outdated An-24 on domestic airlines, as well as foreign-made aircraft of a similar class (ATR72 (France), Bombardier Dash 8 (Canada)).

    The upgraded version is assembled from Russian-made components and is equipped with Russian systems and equipment. In total, more than 180 flights have been performed under the flight test program (on two prototypes).

    Cruising flight speed is 450–500 km/h;

    Maximum flight altitude – 7600 m;

    Fuel consumption – 540 kg/h;

    Runway length – 790 m;

    Passenger capacity: up to 68 people.

    Currently in the certification stage.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The government will support investors planning to implement projects in certain areas of the Bryansk, Belgorod and Kursk regions

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    Resolution of July 5, 2025 No. 1023

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    Resolution of July 5, 2025 No. 1023

    Entrepreneurs planning to implement investment projects in the border areas of the Bryansk, Belgorod and Kursk regions will be able to use the preferential regime of the free economic zone (FEZ). The resolution on the conditions and features of the application of the preferential regime in relation to new projects in these territories was signed by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.

    Until now, this free economic zone regime applied to actually operating and damaged enterprises in the border areas of the three regions. This allowed entrepreneurs to partially compensate for the damage sustained during military operations.

    Now investors implementing new projects in the manufacturing industry, agriculture, logistics, and the development of computer technologies and software will be able to take advantage of the preferential regime.

    The investment volume, which is the entry threshold for receiving preferences, will be 30 million rubles. At the same time, for small and medium-sized enterprises, this volume is set at 3 million rubles, and for projects in the field of information technology, regardless of the size of the enterprise, at 1 million rubles.

    In June 2024, the President signed a law allowing the preferential regime of the free economic zone to be extended to certain territories of the Belgorod, Bryansk and Kursk regions.

    Residents of the SEZ enjoy reduced rates of corporate income tax, mineral extraction tax, and the right to exemption from corporate property tax and land tax. Organizations and individual entrepreneurs are also granted the right to apply reduced insurance premium rates.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: What investors know about mutual funds: Bank of Russia survey

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    Bank of Russia will appreciate, how popular are mutual investment funds (MIF) among investors, from what sources do they get information about funds, and whether they are satisfied with the amount of information disclosed.

    The collective investment sector is one of the most dynamically developing in Russia. A mutual fund is the most convenient financial instrument for an investor, including a beginner. The investment process is simple: a future shareholder transfers his funds to a fund managed by a management company. A professional manager invests the received resources in various assets: securities, real estate, infrastructure projects and other instruments. The entry ticket to a mutual fund is small – you can start investing with just 5 rubles on hand.

    In order to increase interest in such an instrument, the Bank of Russia intends to analyze what sources an investor uses to obtain information about a mutual fund, how convenient and understandable such a financial instrument is. This will allow the regulator to further create conditions for increasing the availability of information for a wide range of investors and increase the attractiveness of investments in mutual funds.

    The Bank of Russia published report, where he identified possible scenarios for the development of the retail mutual fund market.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Ministry of Economic Development: SEZ residents almost doubled investments in 2024

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    The Ministry of Economic Development of Russia sent to the Government report on the results of the work of special economic zones for 2024. Such analysis is carried out annually in accordance with the rules for assessing the effectiveness of the functioning of the SEZ, approved by the Government.

    The overall efficiency indicator was 90% (the functioning of the SEZ is considered effective if the overall calculated indicator is 80%).

    “In recent years, the number of SEZs in the country has increased significantly. New territories with a preferential regime have already been included in the rating, but have not yet reached full capacity. At the same time, residents are actively entering the “young” SEZs, expanding production and investing, creating highly paid jobs. Thus, the lion’s share of all investments in the SEZ in 2024 were provided by territories created in 2020-2022. It is important that businesses are increasing investments in the development of new technologies – R&D costs have grown by almost 60% and exceeded 35 billion rubles. This means that even in difficult conditions, companies continue to search for and implement innovative solutions, update products and develop new markets,” said Deputy Minister of Economic Development Svyatoslav Sorokin.

    According to the assessment results, the leaders in terms of efficiency for 2024 were industrial production zones in the Samara Region (Tolyatti), the Republic of Tatarstan (Alabuga), Moscow Region (Stupino Kvadrat), Ivanovo Region (Ivanovo), Lipetsk Region (Lipetsk), and Kaluga Region (Kaluga).

    “Special economic zones remain one of the most effective instruments of state support for investors. Last year, residents invested more than 1.2 trillion rubles in projects, which is twice as much as the year before. Over 25 thousand new jobs were created, which is 40% more than in 2023. These results confirm that businesses are comfortable working in SEZ conditions: these are tax and customs preferences, ready-made infrastructure, administrative support and reduced costs for connecting to resources. All this makes SEZ sites growth points and attractive for long-term investments,” Svyatoslav Sorokin emphasized.

    “Business investments are new high-tech production facilities, jobs, and taxes that we direct to the development of the social sphere and improving the quality of life of our citizens. And the special economic zone “Togliatti” with its opportunities and preferences is an effective tool for attracting private investment, a key growth point. The development of the capacities of the SEZ “Togliatti” will contribute to the development of the regional economy and increase the competitiveness of the region in the investment arena,” said the Governor of the Samara Region Vyacheslav Fedorishchev.

    “Of course, the preferences of the special economic zone play an important role when an investor chooses a location – these are both tax benefits and ready-made infrastructure. For us, the SEZ in Baikalsk has become part of the important work to create a new environmentally friendly business format on the former industrial site,” said Igor Kobzev, Governor of the Irkutsk Region. He also noted that there is currently a high interest from investors in the SEZ, in connection with which the regional authorities are preparing documents for the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation to expand the preferential regime zone.

    “The Saint Petersburg Special Economic Zone annually confirms its effectiveness, taking places in the top three special economic zones of the technology implementation type. We are the leader in the volume of tax deductions from our residents to the country’s budget system. This makes a significant contribution to the high assessment of our work. Over 19 years of operation, two operating sites of the SEZ have already brought Saint Petersburg 135 billion rubles in investments, almost 8 thousand jobs and about 29 billion rubles in tax deductions. The city sees the effect for Saint Petersburg and is interested in scaling up the project,” said Tamara Rondaleva, General Director of JSC Saint Petersburg Special Economic Zone.

    The efficiency assessment was carried out based on 25 quantitative indicators, as well as six calculated metrics, including: the performance of residents, the profitability of investments from budgets at all levels in the infrastructure of the zones, the efficiency of management bodies, the quality of planning during the creation of the SEZ, and the contribution to the achievement of national development goals defined by the May decree of the President of the Russian Federation.

    Every year new production facilities are opened in the territory of special economic zones. In 2024 alone, several socially significant and high-tech projects began operating at once.

    The production of televisions under the GigaFactory brand has started in the Novgorodskaya SEZ — this is the first and only enterprise of its kind in the region. The plant produces “smart” televisions based on a domestic operating system, which makes the project an important element of import substitution.

    On the territory of the SEZ “Lotus”, the company “Rybnye Korma” launched the first stage of the plant for the production of feed for industrial aquaculture – sturgeon, catfish, trout, salmon, sea bass and dorado. The production is focused on domestic raw materials, and the volume of feed production today is up to 25 thousand tons per year.

    The Krasnogorsky dairy plant has started operating in the Orenburg SEZ. The processing capacity is up to 150 tons of milk per day, the range is more than 50 types of dairy and fermented milk products. The products are supplied not only to retail chains in the Orenburg Region and neighboring regions, but also to Kazakhstan and China.

    The Petexpert plant, specializing in the production of high-quality pet food from natural raw materials, has opened in the Lipetsk SEZ. The enterprise produces up to 20 thousand tons of dry food per year and is developing regional exports.

    On the territory of the SEZ PPT “Alga” in Bashkortostan, the company “Azimut” launched an innovative plant for the production of road paint and cold plastic for marking. The production is located in the industrial park “Ufimsky” and is equipped with a modern laboratory and lines. The products are used in the implementation of federal and regional programs for the construction of transport infrastructure.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: RUONIA Interest Rate Monitoring Committee Activity Report for the second half of 2024

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    The RUONIA Interest Rate Monitoring Committee, which includes representatives of the Bank of Russia and external representatives of the financial market, monitors the implementation of administrative functions in accordance with the principles for financial indicators of the International Organization of Securities Commissions.

    The main tasks of the Committee:

    monitoring the implementation of RUONIA administration functions; coordinating documents and procedures related to RUONIA administration; interacting with users of RUONIA, the urgent version of RUONIA and the RUONIA index.

    The composition of the Committee is formed in such a way as to eliminate potential conflicts of interest. The members of the Committee are appointed not on the basis of their official position, but based on their professional competencies. They participate in the work of the Committee personally and do not have the right to delegate their powers to other persons. The members of the Committee do not receive payment for their activities as members of the Committee.

    The appointment of the Committee members is based on the Order of the Chairman of the Bank of Russia. Its composition is valid until the re-issue of the Order of the Chairman of the Bank of Russia at the proposal of the Chairman of the Committee, the first deputies or deputy chairmen of the Bank of Russia, as well as the heads of the structural divisions of the Bank of Russia. The members of the Committee cannot be employees involved in the functions of collecting, processing, calculating the interest rate indicator and its publication. In addition, the members of the Committee cannot be employees of the structural divisions of the Bank of Russia, for which the RUONIA interest rate is involved in key business processes, including the development and implementation of monetary policy. External members of the Committee cannot be representatives of organizations from the list of RUONIA participants.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: On citizens’ appeals received by the Government of the Russian Federation in June 2025

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    Information on the number of written and oral requests received from citizens from 01.06.2025 to 30.06.2025

    Summary of the topics of citizens’ appeals received for the period from 01.06.2025 to 30.06.2025

    Summary of the number of received citizen requests by territory for the period from 01.06.2025 to 30.06.2025

    In June 2025, the Government of the Russian Federation received 18,917 requests (including 18,125 in the form of an electronic document). Among them, 124 were collective, signed by 19,958 people.

    In terms of the volume of correspondence received in June, international topics were the leading ones. The second place was taken by letters devoted to the economic sphere, including road repair and construction, gasification and water supply of settlements. The authors of appeals on environmental issues focused on animal protection issues. In terms of housing and utilities, applicants complained about the increase in utility bills and criticized the work of management companies. There were requests to improve housing conditions and expand preferential mortgage lending programs. The number of letters concerning social security and health care increased. Issues of obtaining citizenship, as well as the activities of inquiry and investigation agencies, remained relevant in appeals.

    High activity in terms of the number of letters received per 10,000 residents was noted in the Central and Southern Federal Districts (especially in Moscow and Sevastopol, the Republic of Crimea, Volgograd and Moscow Regions), as well as in the Donetsk People’s Republic and Zaporozhye Region. The activity of residents of the Northwestern Federal District generally corresponds to the average indicator for Russia. Below average values were recorded in the Volga, Ural, Siberian, North Caucasian and Far Eastern Federal Districts, where the most active authors were those living in the Ulyanovsk and Tomsk Regions, Kamchatka and Stavropol Territories, the Republic of Bashkorostan, and the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug – Yugra.

    Based on the results of the review, the appeals were sent by the Office of the Government of the Russian Federation to federal executive authorities and their territorial divisions (5,319), to regional executive authorities (3,904), to local government bodies, prosecutor’s offices and other organizations (1,878). 574 appeals were taken under control.

    The most important, socially significant requests were sent to the secretariats of the Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation and his deputies (203), the management of the Government Office (19) and the structural divisions of the Government Office (394).

    In June 2025, 739 responses were received on the results of reviewing citizens’ appeals, including 306 from executive authorities of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation. 77 responses reported a positive resolution of the issues raised or measures taken, 599 authors were given the necessary explanations. The facts stated by the applicants were confirmed in 18 cases, 52 applications were verified on-site, 17 officials were held accountable. Complaints were denied to 38 authors due to the lack of legal grounds, in 22 cases the stated facts were not confirmed. 25 letters were left for additional control. 11 appeals were reviewed in violation of the deadlines.

    As part of the work of the telephone reference service in June 2025, answers were provided to 1,668 inquiries.

    The reception office of the Government of the Russian Federation was visited by 93 people in one month.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: The meeting of the National Financial Council took place (08.07.2025)

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    At its meeting on June 27, 2025, the National Financial Council (NFC) reviewed the Annual Report of the Bank of Russia for 2024, information from the Board of Directors of the Bank of Russia on the main issues of the Bank of Russia’s activities for the first quarter of 2025, as well as the report of the limited liability company “Management Company of the Banking Sector Consolidation Fund” for 2024.

    The meeting participants discussed the key stages of development of the Bank of Russia digital ruble platform project. During the NFS meeting, reports were heard on the development of the capital market, the digital financial assets market and its prospects. The risks of concentration of systemically important credit institutions were discussed, as well as the current status of the transition to the preferential use of Russian software and electronic products in the financial sector.

    The NFS approved the Bank of Russia’s report on expenses for 2024 for the maintenance of Bank of Russia employees, pension provision, personal insurance of Bank of Russia employees, capital investments and other administrative and economic needs, as well as the Bank of Russia’s regulations on accounting in the Bank of Russia.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Congratulations from Mikhail Mishustin on the Day of Family, Love and Fidelity

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    Dear friends!

    I congratulate you on the Day of Family, Love and Fidelity.

    This holiday embodies centuries-old historical traditions and family values, where customs, knowledge and experience are passed on from parents to children.

    Today, support for birth rates and large families, care for the older generation, and improving the well-being of Russians are priorities of state policy. Active work in this direction is being carried out within the framework of the national project “Family”. Important social projects are being implemented in all regions of the country, significant events are being held aimed at improving demography and increasing life expectancy.

    We are proud of our country’s large families, labor and creative dynasties. With deep respect we honor the fathers and mothers of the fighters of the special military operation, who raised true patriots, courageously defending the national interests of the Fatherland.

    On this festive day, I would like to wish Russian families success, good health, happiness and prosperity.

    M. Mishustin

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Tatyana Golikova congratulated on the All-Russian Day of Family, Love and Fidelity and welcomed the participants of the second season of the competition “It’s Family”

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    Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova congratulated all families in the country on the All-Russian Day of Family, Love and Fidelity. The video was shown at a press conference dedicated to the second season of the All-Russian competition “It’s Family in Ours” at TASS.

    Video greetings from Tatyana Golikova on the All-Russian Day of Family, Love and Fidelity

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    Greetings to the participants of the second season of the “It’s in Our Family” competition and to all the families of our great country!

    Today is a special holiday – Family, Love and Fidelity Day. A holiday that unites generations and proves that a strong family is the foundation of a strong Russia.

    Family is an inexhaustible source of love, support and wisdom, the foundation on which personality is built. It is in the family that the most important values are passed on from generation to generation: respect, mutual understanding, loyalty, responsibility, traditions and the memory of ancestors. It is in the family circle that we learn to love, forgive, believe and create.

    Our common goal is to strengthen families, to avoid alienation and separation of generations. I am convinced that this is possible if the family is united by common goals, plans and dreams. This is the mission of the competition “It’s Family for Us”, which is held on the initiative of the President of Russia Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin.

    Almost 600 thousand people from all over the country took part in the first season of the competition, turning it into the largest family competition in Russia and giving it real national love. The tasks motivated thousands of families to spend more time with their loved ones: to learn new things together, to adopt knowledge from the older generation, to get to know each other better – through simple and useful activities.

    Since this year, the competition has become annual and has joined the large-scale national project “Family”. Its main and fundamental goal is for us, Russians, to become more numerous.

    The contest “It’s Family” was created to show how important and multifaceted family is in our lives. You share a piece of your family history, your unique traditions, recipes, hobbies. You remind us all that strong family ties, mutual support and love are the harmonious foundation of our society.

    The new season of the competition has started. Every Russian family can take part in it. I am sure that interesting communication, an atmosphere of creativity, new interesting acquaintances await you, because generosity of soul, love and loyalty are our family traits! Join us!

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Vitaly Savelyev held a meeting with the participant of the second stream of the presidential program “Time of Heroes” Alexander Karamyshev

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    Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Karamyshev – Hero of Russia, holder of the Order of Courage. Following the meeting, it was decided that Alexander would undergo an internship at Aeroflot.

    Vitaly Savelyev held a meeting with the participant of the second stream of the presidential program “Time of Heroes” Alexander Karamyshev

    July 8, 2025

    Vitaly Savelyev held a meeting with the participant of the second stream of the presidential program “Time of Heroes” Alexander Karamyshev

    July 8, 2025

    Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Karamyshev – Hero of Russia, Cavalier of the Order of Courage

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    Vitaly Savelyev held a meeting with the participant of the second stream of the presidential program “Time of Heroes” Alexander Karamyshev

    The “Time of Heroes” program is implemented by the Higher School of Public Administration of the Presidential Academy. As part of the first stream, Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Savelyev acted as a mentor to Hero of Russia Alexander Sheptukhin, who currently holds the post of advisor to the head of the Federal Air Transport Agency.

    “As part of my career, I would like to develop my professional competencies at Aeroflot. At the meeting, we agreed that a detailed plan for an internship at the airline would be developed in the direction in which I would be interested in reaching new heights,” noted Alexander Karamyshev.

    “It is a great honor for us that Alexander Karamyshev will undergo an internship in the transport industry structures. It is also a responsible task to support him in choosing the direction of his future activities. We will continue to provide him with all the necessary professional assistance and support,” Vitaly Savelyev emphasized.

    The goal of the program is to train managers from among the participants of the special military operation for subsequent work in state and municipal authorities, as well as state-owned companies. The program is implemented by the Higher School of Public Administration of the Presidential Academy in cooperation with the Senezh Management Workshop. The selection criteria for the training program were demonstrated heroism within the SVO, management experience and achievements in the military or civilian spheres, as well as the results of assessment activities to determine management potential.

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