... India has fewer forces and resources to dedicate toward countering China in the Himalayas or curtailing Chinese influence in the region. Additionally, a crisis between New Delhi and Islamabad increases Pakistan's dependency on China—militarily, economically, and diplomatically. By supporting Islamabad during a challenging time, Beijing solidifies its influence in South Asia. It shouldn't be ruled out that some circles in the West might regard a limited escalation as advantageous: for example, strategists who believe that a severe confrontation with Pakistan would finally sever India from Russia and compel ...

..., energy, and other sectors correlated with the company's needs. For instance, the construction and modernization of RMK facilities necessitate the involvement of contractors, creating further opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises. 2. Support for Regions RMK actively participates in the enhancement of infrastructure and social environments in the regions where its enterprises are located. Infrastructure Projects: The company finances the construction and renovation of roads, modernization of utility ...

... modernization of transport hubs and the development of adjacent territories. Increasing the availability of goods: Opening Lenta stores in small towns provides access to a wide range of quality goods at competitive prices. This is especially important in regions where the level of competition is low and the range of goods is limited. Support for the local economy: Stores purchase products from local producers, contributing to economic growth in a particular region. 4. Increase in tax revenues Lenta plays a significant role in the formation of regional budgets through the payment of taxes ...

... strategic advice on business development, product enhancement, and marketing strategies. Assistance in Attracting Subsequent Investments Accel helps startups secure the next rounds of funding by leveraging its connections in the venture capital world. Support for International Expansion The fund actively facilitates startups' entry into international markets, particularly in regions where it has a significant presence, such as Europe and India. Accel is one of the most respected venture funds globally, having significantly influenced the development of companies like Facebook, Spotify, Dropbox, and Flipkart. The fund supports ...

... under sanctions, the market is seeking ways to finance priority technologies and cultivate its own unicorns. Concurrently, a specialized fund of several billion rubles is being discussed in Russia with the involvement of the Unmanned Systems Center—to support companies in the drone and AI sectors. At the same time, some regional startups are reaching new heights. For example, the Krasnodar foodtech project Qummy raised 440 million rubles at a valuation of around 2.4 billion rubles, preparing for an IPO—this case demonstrates the seriousness of ambitions in the regions. In Kazakhstan, the state fund Qazaqstan ...