The World Gathers in St. Petersburg: Saudi Arabia, China, and US Open SPIEF-2026
Economy
The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2026) has officially launched, reaffirming its status as a massive global negotiation platform. Defying sanctions pressure, the forum has convened approximately 20,000 participants from more than 130 countries, including representatives from both the US and China. The centerpiece of the event will be the plenary session, where heads of state—including the presidents of Russia and Uzbekistan—are set to outline the future trajectories of global energy and artificial intelligence.
SPIEF-2026 has opened in St. Petersburg, bringing together political figures from 76 nations, including delegations from the EAEU, China, Brazil, and the US. This year, Saudi Arabia serves as the guest country. The business program features over 150 events focusing directly on the global economy, energy security, and the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI).
The definitive highlight of the forum will be the plenary meeting. It will feature major addresses delivered by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, alongside the President of Tanzania and the Vice President of the PRC. Last year's iteration yielded over one thousand agreements valued in excess of 6.3 trillion rubles. Organizers anticipate that the volume of deals and commercial contracts signed this year will maintain that record-breaking benchmark.
The definitive highlight of the forum will be the plenary meeting. It will feature major addresses delivered by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, alongside the President of Tanzania and the Vice President of the PRC. Last year's iteration yielded over one thousand agreements valued in excess of 6.3 trillion rubles. Organizers anticipate that the volume of deals and commercial contracts signed this year will maintain that record-breaking benchmark.
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