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New York, November 1 - 7, 2007. The Business and Cultural Mission of St-Petersburg in New York. This visit celebrates the 200th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between the Russian Federation and the United States of America. Its objective is to demonstrate the best examples of St.Petersburg culture, stimulate interest to Russian arts, classic and contemporary, strengthen relations between St.Petersburg and New York. The series of events includes:

Exhibition of painting of a St-Petersburg artist Irina Birulya, November 3-5, 2007

Gala Performance of Opera Singers, November 4, 2007

Jazz gig of a famous St-Petersburg band Billy's Band, November 5, 2007

Grand Reception, November 5, 2007

ITAR-TASS about the events:

- The visit of the delegation of the Government of St. Petersburg to New York will strengthen the image of St. Petersburg as an important European Business and Tourism center. More...

- The visit of the delegation of the Government of St. Petersburg to New York will strengthen the image of St. Petersburg as an important European Business and Tourism center - addendum. More...

- Days of Culture of St. Petersburg in New York are opening by the Art Exhibitions "Nostalgia on St. Petersburg". More...

Washington DC, October 15, 2007. Presentation of a new book by Dr. Veronika Krasheninnikova "America-Russia: Cold War of Cultures". More...

PRESS about the discussion:

- ITAR-TASS: The presentation of a new book "America-Russia: Cold War of Cultures" was held in Washington DC. More...

- The Economist: The "Russian riddle" revisited. More...

- World Politics Review: Corridors of Power: Congress Focuses on Human Rights, Condi in Moscow and More...

St. Petersburg, Russia, June 8 - 10, 2007. St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. The event is being organized by the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade of the Russian Federation. For more information and registration please contact http://eng.forumspb.com/

New York, June 1, 2007. Day of Russia in New York. The event is being organized in celebartion of the 200th anniversary of diplomatic relations between USA and Russia. For more information please read here and contact www.globeprgroup.com

Washington D.C., April 11, 2007: The Council for Trade and Economic Cooperation (USA-CIS) partnered with BISNIS/U.S. Commercial Service to create a forum aimed at informing, introducing and engaging the U.S. and Eurasian business communities. The event addressed financing developments and the challenges of doing business in Eurasia and identified financial resources for exports and investments in the region, including: official U.S. Government export & project finance programs - products, and objectives as they relate to Russia/Eurasia; commercial banks, venture capitalists, other financial service providers. More...

2006:

New York, December 10-15, 2006: The Council for Trade and Economic Cooperation (USA-CIS) hosted a delegation of high-level government representatives from St. Petersburg. The purpose of the visit was to learn from New York City experience and best practices, and to offer their own in the areas of information technologies and telecommunications, law enforcement, emergency situations management and antiterrorism efforts. This exchange unfolds in the framework of the dialogue initiated by St. Petersburg Governor Valentina Matvienko and NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg last February. More...

New York, November 20, 2006: The first St. Petersburg Business Information Center in the United States has opened in the CTEC's premises in New York.

St.Petersburg, September 23-27, 2006: CTEC, together with the city's administration, organized the first ever press-trip to St.Petersburg for editors and writers of top U.S. travel publications: Luxury Travel Advisor, Modern Agent, Cruise &Vacation Agent, Travel Agent, Home Based Travel Agent, Travel Weekly, Avid Cruiser Magazine, Hospitality Design Magazine, Travel World News, Jax Fax Magazine, and also The Washington Times and New York Daily News. The participants met with Governor Valentina Matvienko, the city's tourism industry representatives, visited the most spectacular sites of St.Petersburg.

New York, September 21, 2006: CTEC celebrates the launching of the 2nd Edition of Russia: All Regions. Trade and Investment Guide 2006 at the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in New York.

Washington, DC, September 18, 2006: CTEC celebrates the launching of the 2nd Edition of Russia: All Regions. Trade and Investment Guide 2006 at the Embassy of the Russian Federation in the United States, Washington D.C.

Moscow and New York, August 2006: CTEC publishes The 2nd English language edition of the Russia: All Regions Trade and Investment Guide.

Moscow, June 23, 2006: CTEC (Russia-USA) conducted a presentation of the Russia: All Regions, Trade and Investment Guide at the "Coordinated Transportation Politics" conference, organized by the International Transportation Academy (ITA), in cooperation with the Foundation for Business Development and International Congress of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (ICIE). More...

New York, 23 June, 2006: The 2nd Russian language edition of the Russia: All Regions Trade and Investment Guide has been published. ITAR TASS New York Bureau Chief Alexey Berezhkov interviewed Veronika Krasheninnikova on the launching the 2nd Russian language edition of the Russia: All Regions. Trade and Investment Guide. "The Guide has been designed for foreign investors, interested in cooperation not only with Moscow, but also with other Russian regions that exhibit strong investment potential," says Veronika Krasheninnikova, More...

New York, May 19, 2006: CTEC (USA-CIS) and the Representative of the City of St.Petersburg in the U.S. welcome editors and writers of top U.S. and international travel media for luncheon discussion initiating the promotion of Saint Petersburg, Russia as a premier tourist destination. The luncheon was hosted and catered by Petrossian, 183 West 58 Street, and attended by editors and writers from the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, the Financial Times, New York Daily News, Newsweek, Forbes, Conde Nast Traveler, Bloomberg, Gourmet, Town & Country, Travel + Leisure, Travelocity, Travel Agent Magazine, Modern Agent Magazine, Hotel Business, Travel Trade, Travel Weekly, Executive Travel, the Affluent Traveler, and others. More...

New York, April 6, 2006: CTEC, in partnership with BISNIS, U.S. Commerce Department, hold a major seminar "Financing Deals in Eurasia". More than 100 people from a wide range of financial and business institutions participated in a half day discussion that addressed financial and business opportunities and developments in the CIS and identified sources for financial resources to support exports and investments in the region. The seminar proved to be an excellent forum for exchanging information on the whole spectrum of banking, investment and financial needs and showcasing the dynamic business opportunities presented in Eurasia. More...

St.Petersburg, March 2006: Veronika Krasheninnikova, President of the Council for Trade and Economic Cooperation (USA-CIS) was appointed the Representative of St. Petersburg in the United States by the City's Governor Valentina Matvienko. The responsibilities of the representative are to coordinate business, tourism and cultural projects and programs between the city of St. Petersburg and companies and organizations in the United States, as well as to interact with the media and make public presentations about the many business opportunities St. Petersburg offers.

Moscow, March 3, 2006. Council for Trade and Economic Cooperation (Russia-USA) and the Foundation for Business Development, International Congress of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (ICIE), have signed a partnership agreement. The agreement provides a framework for joint efforts in designing and implementing international business projects and programs.

New York, February 28, 2006: CTEC organized a series of business meetings for Governor of St.Petersburg Valentina Matvienko during her official visit to New York. CTEC coordinated the Governor's meetings with the leaders of major U.S. corporations: Morgan Stanley, AIG, Citigroup, organized a luncheon with top executives of 25 major U.S. companies, including Alcoa, PepsiCo, Estee Lauder, Wrigley, Lazard Kaplan International, etc. To promote further promotion of St.Petersburg as a major tourist destination, The Council organized a meeting with more than 30 leading hospitality industry groups.

New York, January 23, 2006: CTEC (USA-CIS) signs a landmark Cooperation Agreement with Vnesheconombank (VEB). VEB and CTEC will work together on finding, developing and implementing investment projects in Russia with foreign capital and in the United States with Russian capital. Through these and other projects, Vnesheconombank and CTEC will promote and represent the economic and commercial interests of Russia. More...

2005:

Boston, November 4th, 2005: CTEC supports The 9th Annual U.S. - Russian Investment Symposium. CTEC participates as supporting organization in The 9th Annual US-Russia Investment Symposium. More...

Moscow, August 8th, 2005: CTEC supports The International Leadership Summit. CTEC participates as supporting organization in The International Leadership Summit. The best intellects in leading blue chip businesses operating in Russia, Regional governors and important representatives of academia will share their expertise at the conference. More...

Moscow, July 20th, 2005: CTEC (USA-CIS) signs a Cooperation Agreement with Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry CCI). CTEC and CCI aims at further development of economic cooperation between Russia and the United States and improvement of the fundamental environment for such cooperation. The two organizations will provide active support to their members participating in Russian-American economic activity. More...

Moscow and New York, June 1st, 2005: CTEC launches new website. More...