A socially oriented non-financial development institution and a major organizer of nationwide and international conventions; exhibitions; and business, public, youth, sporting, and cultural events.

The Roscongress Foundation is a socially oriented non-financial development institution and a major organizer of nationwide and international conventions; exhibitions; and business, public, youth, sporting, and cultural events. It was established in pursuance of a decision by the President of the Russian Federation.

The Foundation was established in 2007 with the aim of facilitating the development of Russia’s economic potential, promoting its national interests, and strengthening the country’s image. One of the roles of the Foundation is to comprehensively evaluate, analyse, and cover issues on the Russian and global economic agendas. It also offers administrative services, provides promotional support for business projects and attracting investment, helps foster social entrepreneurship and charitable initiatives.

Each year, the Foundation’s events draw participants from 208 countries and territories, with more than 15,000 media representatives working on-site at Roscongress’ various venues. The Foundation benefits from analytical and professional expertise provided by 5,000 people working in Russia and abroad.

The Foundation works alongside various UN departments and other international organizations, and is building multi-format cooperation with 195 economic partners, including industrialists’ and entrepreneurs’ unions, financial, trade, and business associations from 83 countries worldwide, and 280 Russian public organizations, federal and legislative agencies, and federal subjects.

The Roscongress Foundation has Telegram channels in Russian t.me/Roscongress, English – t.me/RoscongressDirect, Spanish – t.me/RoscongressEsp and Arabic t.me/RosCongressArabic. Official website and Information and Analytical System of the Roscongress Foundation:roscongress.org.

Roscongress Blog
8 September 2023
On the Wings of Hope. How Rare Species of Birds of Prey Are Preserved in Russia and in the World

On 10 September, as part of the EEF, the falcon day international forum will be held. This occasion will mark adoption of a framework declaration of intent for conservation of the gyrfalcon — a global programme dedicated to conservation of falcons. In this discourse, we delve into the objectives of this initiative and other project aimed at protection of falcons in Russia and abroad.

8 September 2023
Golden scallop: Ten Vladivostok seafood restaurants

In Tula you should eat gingerbread, in St. Petersburg — smelt, and in Vladivostok — seafood, naturally. Moreover, a lot of seafood is in season in September. We’ll give you the lowdown on where you can sample it.

8 September 2023
Playing with the Sea: Vladivostok’s Top Five Places off the Beaten Track

The ‘Turn to the east’ announced earlier by the head of state, Vladimir Putin, is bearing fruit for the far east not only in socioeconomic terms, but also in tourism. Where as many travellers used to be put off by the long journey and jetlag, now they come here no matter what. At the height of the season, it’s almost impossible to find plane tickets without layovers. So what makes people come to the capital of the far east besides cable-stayed bridges, wild rocky beaches, crimson sunsets on the seashore, and affordable seafood? Let’s take a look.


13 June 2023
When the Night Comes Alive: A Local Approach to Enjoying the White Nights

The white nights season is the pride of St. Petersburg and an important symbol for the city. It is a theme that appears time and time again in both literature and film. The white nights are genuinely beguiling, and simply can not be missed. This is particularly true given that the St. Petersburg international economic forum is held at this time of year.


13 June 2023
Great Friends. Russia’s Key Economic Partners In Today’s World

According to the Federal Customs Service (FCS), Russia’s main trading partners in 2022 were China and Turkey. Trade with these two countries grew by a record 28% and 84% respectively compared with the previous year. Other growth leaders were Kazakhstan, Belarus, and India. Together, these five foreign trade partners accounted for 43% of Russia’s trade turnover in 2022.


Analytics
13 June 2023
The Best in the Tomato Business

Russia’s greenhouse industry has genuinely broken new ground over the past few years. It has become a driver of growth, both in terms of consumption and replacing imports of vegetables. The agricultural holding company Eco-Cultura offers a striking example of the progress that has been made in the industry, and of the benefits of efficiency.

3 September 2022
The Whole Far East on One Street

The ‘Far East Street’ exhibition will open once again at EEF 2022. All 11 regions that make up the far eastern federal district will present their best projects, alongside a vibrant cultural programme, unique handicrafts and distinctive cuisine. There will also be pavilions of the FEDC, The Russian Ministry of Sport, The Tourism.rf corporation, and the fish market. It will also host the house of indigenous peoples, as part of Russia’s chairmanship of the arctic council, and the tiger house, timed to coincide with the 2nd international tiger forum. If the busy programme of the EEF means you will not have time to visit the exhibition, there is no need to worry. ‘far east street’ will stay open from 5 to 11 September. A visit to the exhibition is definitely worthwhile.