Exploring the Threats Posed to Russia by the New, Most Severe EU Sanctions. Analyzing Possible Consequences for the Economy, Energy Sector, and International Relations. The European Union has adopted its 18th sanctions package against Russia, which includes a series of measures targeting the Russian oil and gas sector. "The EU has just approved one of the most stringent packages of sanctions to date ...

... and platinum are mainly used in the automotive industry: they are utilized in catalytic converters for reducing emissions in internal combustion and hybrid vehicles. Russia has historically been one of the largest suppliers of palladium to the global ... ... imposed, American companies continued to source it. However, the volume of precious metal imports has significantly decreased relative to pre-war levels — approximately 45% lower compared to 2021. This is due to the search for alternative sources (such ...

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... a size of $1 billion to support AI startups. In July 2025, Russia also eased regulations for foreign investors: they were once again allowed to acquire stakes in domestic companies and freely withdraw invested funds. These measures aim to revitalize international investments and integrate the local venture market more closely into global processes. Although the scale of the venture market in the region remains relatively modest, the foundation for future growth is being gradually laid. Investors are shifting their attention to more mature projects with well-thought-out business models, while the state is expanding support through the development of IT education,...

... last year. The share of electric vehicles in overall passenger car sales was merely 0.9%. For comparison, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA) , the share of electric vehicles in new passenger car sales in India in 2024 was 2.1%, in the ... ... particularly critical in a context where the transition from gasoline-powered cars to electric vehicles is complicated by the relatively low availability of charging infrastructure, especially for long-distance travel. The growth in fiscal pressure is,...