AEB Flagship Conference. European Business in Russia: How to Maintain Bridges in a World Drifting Apart?

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Language English and Russian

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The AEB is pleased to invite you to its Annual Flagship Conference, titled “European Business in Russia: How to Maintain Bridges in a World Drifting Apart?"

The conference will be held on October 25, 2023, at the Radisson Collection Hotel Moscow, Banquet Hall (2/1 bld. 1, Kutuzovskiy prospekt), from 09:30 till 13:30 (Moscow time, registration will start at 09:00).

On this occasion, the AEB is inviting official representatives from the Russian authorities, economists and analysts, as well as representatives of the European businesses in Russia to order to discuss future economic scenarios and paradigms in our fast-changing world.

In particular, the AEB Flagship Conference will host the following panels:

ENHANCING THE DIALOGUE BETWEEN BUSINESS AND GOVERNMENT

The past one and a half year have clearly shown one thing: an open, honest, and pragmatic dialogue with government stakeholders is critical to support keep the economy on track and to support business in times of unprecedented challenges like these. The AEB Flagship Conference is an excellent opportunity to take a closer look at this dialogue beyond the day-to-day issues and interactions: what has changed after February 2022? Are there any gaps or blind spots? And how can this dialogue be further strengthened in a world characterized by uncertainty and unknowns?

RUSSIAN ECONOMIC POLICY: IN SEARCH OF A NEW GROWTH STORY

In 2022, the Russian economy once again demonstrated its unequalled ability to withstand major external shocks: despite initial fears regarding a potential double-digit contraction, GDP finally decreased by only -2,1% and in 2Q23, it even grew by 4,9% after a small slide of -1,9% at the beginning of the year. As for the future, the Ministry of Economic Development expects GDP to grow above 2,6% in 2023 and by 2,3% in 2024 and 2025 (base scenario). How robust is this recovery? Will the recovery be followed by a new growth story? Where is this future growth to come from? And when will it peak?

MAINTAINING BRIDGES: THE LAWS OF PHYSICS

In a world drifting apart, maintaining bridges has become increasingly difficult. In this new reality characterized by new rules, increased risks, and unprecedented restrictions, European investors active in Russia struggle for survival and to maintain the few remaining connections. What dialogue is needed between business and government to address new challenges as they arise? How can we safeguard what has been built for hopefully better times?

The working languages of the conference are English and Russian. Simultaneous translation will be provided.

We are glad to express our gratitude to the companies supporting our event as the sponsors: SCHNEIDER GROUP (Platinum Sponsor), METRO (Silver Sponsor).

Attendance:

This event is open and free of charge to all AEB Members.

This event is closed for non-members.

Please note that the number of available places is limited and will be given on a "first come, first served" basis. AEB reserves the right to restrict the number of participants from each Member company.

25.10.202309:30

Radisson Collection Hotel Moscow, 2/1 bld.1, Kutuzovsky prospekt, Moscow

Attendance fees

Assigned member: 0₽ Additional member: 0₽

Registration for participants is closed

Files:

AEB_Flagship_Conference.pdf

2023.10.25_Program_ENG.pdf

2023.10.25_Program_RUS.pdf