St. Petersburg Int'l Economic Forum kicks off in Russia

MOSCOW - 6 June 2019: St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) kicked off on Thursday in Russia under the theme "Creating a Sustainable Development Agenda" and with the participation of representatives of 140 countries, amid an active Arab presence.

The tree-day forum brings together representatives of major international companies and organisations in addition to high-profile politicians, heads of government and ministers.

The SPIEF, which has become one of the leading global platforms to discuss global economic issues, is expected to see the participation of 12,000 participants from 140 countries,

More than 90 events will be held during the forum in addition to the Russian Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Forum which will be held on its fringe.