Saint Petersburg is a major cultural, scientific, and economic center in Russia. It has a population of over 5 million people and is Russia's second largest city. Saint Petersburg is known globally for its art and cultural heritage, as well as being a leader in science and education. It has a diverse economy and is an important transport hub, with major sea ports and an international airport. Saint Petersburg aims to further develop priority economic sectors like innovation and attract foreign investment to strengthen its position as a global city.
Saint Petersburg - a city open to the worldAnton Axenov
- The eighth wonder of the world
- Saint Petersburg culture in figures
- Saint Petersburg intellectual potential
- Saint Petersburg's social and economic situation
- Saint Petersburg, a transport and logistics centre
- Saint Petersburg's foreign economic activity
- Foreign investment in Saint Petersburg
- Priority economic development areas in Saint Petersburg
1) The document summarizes the results of a study on the distribution of basketball referees across Russian regions. It finds that Moscow has the most with 243, while other highly populated areas also have large referee populations.
2) It proposes establishing unified centers for referee training and certification across Russia in order to standardize education. The centers would be located in major cities and partner with universities to conduct courses and license referees.
3) Licensing of referees is a priority, with proposals for annual licensing of national-level referees and those in regional competitions. A structured licensing process is outlined with testing conducted in regional and federal centers.
The Swiss Center for Strategic Studies, Lucerne, SCSSHossam El-Shazly
The Swiss Center for Strategic Studies is an international scholarly research center focuses on research activities, knowledge transfer and conflict studies in the fields of political sciences, strategic planning and change management, and acts as an innovation hub that aims at the dissemination of peace and prosperity around the globe.
The document summarizes the Python user community in Ukraine, including regional user groups, past PyCon Ukraine conferences, and Django Girls events. It notes that PyCon Ukraine has seen annual attendance of 300-350 participants from 2010-2012 and around 300 in 2014. It is also held in multiple cities across Ukraine with the largest events in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Lviv. Django Girls events have attracted hundreds of candidates for only 30 spots in various cities. PyCon Ukraine 2016 was held in Lviv in April 2016. LvivPy #5 is scheduled for late November. Contact information is provided for the PyCon Ukraine and regional user group social media and websites.
The document summarizes recent events related to the conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh. It discusses:
- Increased tensions and exchanges of fire between Armenian and Azerbaijani forces in early April that led to Azerbaijani civilian casualties and displacement. In response, Azerbaijan launched a limited offensive to retake strategic hilltops, changing the status quo.
- TEAS' 10th anniversary celebration in Baku and its role in promoting Azerbaijani culture, business ties, and raising international awareness of the country and Nagorno-Karabakh conflict over the past decade.
- TEAS' activities include cultural events, business forums, publishing, and education initiatives like the European Azerbaijan Schools.
Russia is located in northern Asia and eastern Europe, spanning Eastern Europe and North Asia. It is separated into two regions by the Ural Mountains, with European Russia west of the mountains and Siberia to the east. Russia has a vast size, covering over 17 million square kilometers and spanning 11 time zones. The climate varies greatly due to its large size but is generally very cold, with distinct warm and cold periods.
The document summarizes an Asia Pacific Summit of Social Workers that took place from October 5-8, 2016 in Vladivostok, Russia. The summit was organized by regional and national Russian organizations and brought together over 500 representatives from across the Asia Pacific region, Europe, and other parts of the world to discuss trends in modern social policy, international cooperation on social issues, and improving social services. Over the course of the multi-day summit, there were plenary sessions, seminars, discussion sites, and cultural activities focused on key themes like social accountability, family policy, the roles of government and NGOs, and sharing best practices in social services.
Saint Petersburg - a city open to the worldAnton Axenov
- The eighth wonder of the world
- Saint Petersburg culture in figures
- Saint Petersburg intellectual potential
- Saint Petersburg's social and economic situation
- Saint Petersburg, a transport and logistics centre
- Saint Petersburg's foreign economic activity
- Foreign investment in Saint Petersburg
- Priority economic development areas in Saint Petersburg
1) The document summarizes the results of a study on the distribution of basketball referees across Russian regions. It finds that Moscow has the most with 243, while other highly populated areas also have large referee populations.
2) It proposes establishing unified centers for referee training and certification across Russia in order to standardize education. The centers would be located in major cities and partner with universities to conduct courses and license referees.
3) Licensing of referees is a priority, with proposals for annual licensing of national-level referees and those in regional competitions. A structured licensing process is outlined with testing conducted in regional and federal centers.
The Swiss Center for Strategic Studies, Lucerne, SCSSHossam El-Shazly
The Swiss Center for Strategic Studies is an international scholarly research center focuses on research activities, knowledge transfer and conflict studies in the fields of political sciences, strategic planning and change management, and acts as an innovation hub that aims at the dissemination of peace and prosperity around the globe.
The document summarizes the Python user community in Ukraine, including regional user groups, past PyCon Ukraine conferences, and Django Girls events. It notes that PyCon Ukraine has seen annual attendance of 300-350 participants from 2010-2012 and around 300 in 2014. It is also held in multiple cities across Ukraine with the largest events in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Lviv. Django Girls events have attracted hundreds of candidates for only 30 spots in various cities. PyCon Ukraine 2016 was held in Lviv in April 2016. LvivPy #5 is scheduled for late November. Contact information is provided for the PyCon Ukraine and regional user group social media and websites.
The document summarizes recent events related to the conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh. It discusses:
- Increased tensions and exchanges of fire between Armenian and Azerbaijani forces in early April that led to Azerbaijani civilian casualties and displacement. In response, Azerbaijan launched a limited offensive to retake strategic hilltops, changing the status quo.
- TEAS' 10th anniversary celebration in Baku and its role in promoting Azerbaijani culture, business ties, and raising international awareness of the country and Nagorno-Karabakh conflict over the past decade.
- TEAS' activities include cultural events, business forums, publishing, and education initiatives like the European Azerbaijan Schools.
Russia is located in northern Asia and eastern Europe, spanning Eastern Europe and North Asia. It is separated into two regions by the Ural Mountains, with European Russia west of the mountains and Siberia to the east. Russia has a vast size, covering over 17 million square kilometers and spanning 11 time zones. The climate varies greatly due to its large size but is generally very cold, with distinct warm and cold periods.
The document summarizes an Asia Pacific Summit of Social Workers that took place from October 5-8, 2016 in Vladivostok, Russia. The summit was organized by regional and national Russian organizations and brought together over 500 representatives from across the Asia Pacific region, Europe, and other parts of the world to discuss trends in modern social policy, international cooperation on social issues, and improving social services. Over the course of the multi-day summit, there were plenary sessions, seminars, discussion sites, and cultural activities focused on key themes like social accountability, family policy, the roles of government and NGOs, and sharing best practices in social services.
This document summarizes recent news related to Azerbaijan and the European Azerbaijan Society (TEAS). It discusses Chancellor Merkel pledging German support for resolving the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, Azerbaijan introducing online visas that can be obtained within 3 days, and the EU delegation head saying that Azerbaijan and the EU are working to expand their partnership. It also advertises upcoming concerts by Azerbaijani pianist Elchin Shirinov supported by TEAS and provides information about TEAS membership and sponsorship opportunities.
this presentation is about russia, its geography, climate, main industries, government structure, religion, art, culture, etc., its capital, the city of obninsk
The National Library of Belarus opened in 2006. It has a floor space of 113,669 square meters including a depository that can hold 14 million items. The library contains over 8.4 million items in more than 50 languages, including important early printed works from Belarus. It was designed by architects M.K.Vinogradov and V.V.Kramarenko and took three years to construct.
Lets learn about russia || PPT on RussiaAvinash Kumar
This document provides an overview of key facts about Russia. It discusses that Russia's capital is Moscow, its president is Vladimir Putin, and its population is over 143 million people. The primary language is Russian, though there are 35 official regional languages. Some top tourist destinations highlighted include Saint Basil's Cathedral and the Hermitage Museum in Moscow. The document also notes Russia's large size, spanning multiple time zones, and its status as a top global producer of natural resources like gas and oil.
Informational society in the Eastern Poland from empirical perspectiveRadek Oryszczyszyn
This document summarizes information about the development of the information society in Eastern Poland based on empirical data. It finds that while Eastern Poland lags behind in infrastructure development, the region's human and social capital is comparable to other parts of the country. In particular, it notes that attitudes toward technology are changing faster than infrastructure and technological development. The document also analyzes differences in information society indicators like mobile phone and internet use across the different voivodeships of Eastern Poland.
Regional development of saint petersburg and leningradskaya oblast. Artem Fil...smartmetropolia2014
The document discusses the regional development strategy of Saint Petersburg and Leningradskaya Oblast in Russia. It summarizes that the strategy lacks clear plans and instruments to realize ambitious projects that could better integrate the region within the Baltic region and with European partners. Additionally, the region's geographical position and European potential are underestimated by local administration. There is also a lack of political will to implement new projects in the city, while the expert community is unable to change the strategy due to vertical administrative practices. As a result, the region's development strategy remains unclear.
The document is a photo tour of Saint Petersburg, Russia that contains over 50 pictures with captions. It highlights many of the famous landmarks and historical sites in the city, including the Hermitage Museum, Peter the Great's Summer Palace, Catherine Palace, Saint Isaac's Cathedral, Nevsky Prospect, and sites associated with authors like Dostoevsky. Saint Petersburg was founded in 1703 and served as the capital of the Russian Empire for over 200 years until the revolution of 1917.
Saint Petersburg is a city in Russia located on the Neva River near the Baltic Sea. Founded in 1703 by Peter the Great, it served as Russia's capital from 1713 to 1918. Palace Square is a prominent square in the city's historic center located near the Winter Palace, General Staff Building, and Alexander Column. Vasilyevsky Island is one of Saint Petersburg's largest islands and is home to several major institutions including Saint Petersburg State University. The city is known for its canals, bridges, and Neoclassical architecture.
The document discusses the spatial development and history of urban areas. It covers topics like the earliest cities, urbanism, architecture styles through history in places like ancient Greece and Rome, medieval Europe, and more recent colonial, industrial, and modern cities. It also examines urban models and trends in global urbanization, including the growth of megacities in developing regions and concepts like primate and gateway cities.
Saint Petersburg is the second largest city in Russia and the country's cultural heart. It has a population of over 5 million people and was formerly known as Petrograd and Leningrad. The city has many major attractions, including 221 museums, 2000 libraries, over 80 theaters, and 100 concert organizations. Some of its most famous cultural attractions are the Hermitage Museum, Kazansky Cathedral, Church on Spilled Blood, and St. Isaac's Cathedral.
Investment passport and projects of the city of DniproViktor Pashula
The document provides information about the city of Dnipro, Ukraine from its mayor. It begins with the mayor, Borys Filatov, stating that the city's goal is to reduce corruption by limiting contact between citizens and government officials. It then notes that the mayor personally welcomes investors and will help them at all stages of business in Dnipro. The rest of the document provides further details on Dnipro's history, current economy and culture, education system, and investment opportunities.
Ostrów Wielkopolski is a town located in western Poland with a population of over 74,000 people. It has a long history dating back to receiving town privileges in 1404 and celebrating its 600th anniversary. Today, Ostrów is a peaceful cultural center known for its green spaces, recreational activities, and hosting cultural festivals throughout the year. It also remains an important railway hub and location for businesses.
This document provides information on several shopping centers in Poland owned by Multi Poland. It includes details about the demographics and economy of the cities where the shopping centers are located. For each property, the summary provides key details such as location, size, tenant mix and parking. Major tenants include brands like Carrefour, H&M, Zara, Reserved and Cinema City. The document also briefly outlines two projects in Ukraine and Slovakia owned by Multi.
This document provides an overview of public relations in Russia, including both opportunities and challenges. It discusses the vast size and diverse regions of Russia, as well as challenges such as bureaucracy, corruption, and infrastructure problems. It also summarizes several public relations campaigns conducted in Russia, such as promoting blood donation, energy conservation, and innovations. Finally, it notes issues within the Russian PR industry such as a lack of structure, transparency, and professionalism in some tendering processes.
Lviv aims to be an open, eco-friendly city that preserves its 750-year European heritage while also being modern and attractive to investors. Its strategic location and beautiful landscape have contributed to its development over centuries under different ruling countries. Lviv is now Ukraine's seventh largest city with a population of 800,000, including a large Ukrainian majority as well as Russian, Polish and other minorities. It is known for its unique architectural blend of styles, over 50 annual festivals, and was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998.
Kraków Convention Bureau - MICE Presentation 2021MICEboard
This document provides information about Kraków, Poland as a host city for conferences and events. It begins with an introductory letter from the Mayor of Kraków highlighting the city's rich history and blend of past and present. The document then provides details on transportation to and from the city, accommodation options, event venues, local cuisine, tours, and recommendations for professional conference organizers and destination management companies. Statistics and facts about Kraków highlight aspects like its status as a cultural and academic center, growing business sector, and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Useful visitor information includes the local currency, prices, electricity, climate, and visa requirements. Transportation from the local airports is also detailed.
The document is an investment passport for Poltava Oblast in Ukraine created by the State Agency for Investment and National Projects of Ukraine. It provides an overview of the region's competitive advantages and investment opportunities. Section 1 describes the region, covering its geography and climate, demographics, human resources, education system, economic potential, success stories, transportation and communications infrastructure, socio-cultural sphere, and ratings. It aims to disclose and realize the region's investment potential by providing qualitative and up-to-date information to investors.
This document summarizes recent news related to Azerbaijan and the European Azerbaijan Society (TEAS). It discusses Chancellor Merkel pledging German support for resolving the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, Azerbaijan introducing online visas that can be obtained within 3 days, and the EU delegation head saying that Azerbaijan and the EU are working to expand their partnership. It also advertises upcoming concerts by Azerbaijani pianist Elchin Shirinov supported by TEAS and provides information about TEAS membership and sponsorship opportunities.
this presentation is about russia, its geography, climate, main industries, government structure, religion, art, culture, etc., its capital, the city of obninsk
The National Library of Belarus opened in 2006. It has a floor space of 113,669 square meters including a depository that can hold 14 million items. The library contains over 8.4 million items in more than 50 languages, including important early printed works from Belarus. It was designed by architects M.K.Vinogradov and V.V.Kramarenko and took three years to construct.
Lets learn about russia || PPT on RussiaAvinash Kumar
This document provides an overview of key facts about Russia. It discusses that Russia's capital is Moscow, its president is Vladimir Putin, and its population is over 143 million people. The primary language is Russian, though there are 35 official regional languages. Some top tourist destinations highlighted include Saint Basil's Cathedral and the Hermitage Museum in Moscow. The document also notes Russia's large size, spanning multiple time zones, and its status as a top global producer of natural resources like gas and oil.
Informational society in the Eastern Poland from empirical perspectiveRadek Oryszczyszyn
This document summarizes information about the development of the information society in Eastern Poland based on empirical data. It finds that while Eastern Poland lags behind in infrastructure development, the region's human and social capital is comparable to other parts of the country. In particular, it notes that attitudes toward technology are changing faster than infrastructure and technological development. The document also analyzes differences in information society indicators like mobile phone and internet use across the different voivodeships of Eastern Poland.
Regional development of saint petersburg and leningradskaya oblast. Artem Fil...smartmetropolia2014
The document discusses the regional development strategy of Saint Petersburg and Leningradskaya Oblast in Russia. It summarizes that the strategy lacks clear plans and instruments to realize ambitious projects that could better integrate the region within the Baltic region and with European partners. Additionally, the region's geographical position and European potential are underestimated by local administration. There is also a lack of political will to implement new projects in the city, while the expert community is unable to change the strategy due to vertical administrative practices. As a result, the region's development strategy remains unclear.
The document is a photo tour of Saint Petersburg, Russia that contains over 50 pictures with captions. It highlights many of the famous landmarks and historical sites in the city, including the Hermitage Museum, Peter the Great's Summer Palace, Catherine Palace, Saint Isaac's Cathedral, Nevsky Prospect, and sites associated with authors like Dostoevsky. Saint Petersburg was founded in 1703 and served as the capital of the Russian Empire for over 200 years until the revolution of 1917.
Saint Petersburg is a city in Russia located on the Neva River near the Baltic Sea. Founded in 1703 by Peter the Great, it served as Russia's capital from 1713 to 1918. Palace Square is a prominent square in the city's historic center located near the Winter Palace, General Staff Building, and Alexander Column. Vasilyevsky Island is one of Saint Petersburg's largest islands and is home to several major institutions including Saint Petersburg State University. The city is known for its canals, bridges, and Neoclassical architecture.
The document discusses the spatial development and history of urban areas. It covers topics like the earliest cities, urbanism, architecture styles through history in places like ancient Greece and Rome, medieval Europe, and more recent colonial, industrial, and modern cities. It also examines urban models and trends in global urbanization, including the growth of megacities in developing regions and concepts like primate and gateway cities.
Saint Petersburg is the second largest city in Russia and the country's cultural heart. It has a population of over 5 million people and was formerly known as Petrograd and Leningrad. The city has many major attractions, including 221 museums, 2000 libraries, over 80 theaters, and 100 concert organizations. Some of its most famous cultural attractions are the Hermitage Museum, Kazansky Cathedral, Church on Spilled Blood, and St. Isaac's Cathedral.
Investment passport and projects of the city of DniproViktor Pashula
The document provides information about the city of Dnipro, Ukraine from its mayor. It begins with the mayor, Borys Filatov, stating that the city's goal is to reduce corruption by limiting contact between citizens and government officials. It then notes that the mayor personally welcomes investors and will help them at all stages of business in Dnipro. The rest of the document provides further details on Dnipro's history, current economy and culture, education system, and investment opportunities.
Ostrów Wielkopolski is a town located in western Poland with a population of over 74,000 people. It has a long history dating back to receiving town privileges in 1404 and celebrating its 600th anniversary. Today, Ostrów is a peaceful cultural center known for its green spaces, recreational activities, and hosting cultural festivals throughout the year. It also remains an important railway hub and location for businesses.
This document provides information on several shopping centers in Poland owned by Multi Poland. It includes details about the demographics and economy of the cities where the shopping centers are located. For each property, the summary provides key details such as location, size, tenant mix and parking. Major tenants include brands like Carrefour, H&M, Zara, Reserved and Cinema City. The document also briefly outlines two projects in Ukraine and Slovakia owned by Multi.
This document provides an overview of public relations in Russia, including both opportunities and challenges. It discusses the vast size and diverse regions of Russia, as well as challenges such as bureaucracy, corruption, and infrastructure problems. It also summarizes several public relations campaigns conducted in Russia, such as promoting blood donation, energy conservation, and innovations. Finally, it notes issues within the Russian PR industry such as a lack of structure, transparency, and professionalism in some tendering processes.
Lviv aims to be an open, eco-friendly city that preserves its 750-year European heritage while also being modern and attractive to investors. Its strategic location and beautiful landscape have contributed to its development over centuries under different ruling countries. Lviv is now Ukraine's seventh largest city with a population of 800,000, including a large Ukrainian majority as well as Russian, Polish and other minorities. It is known for its unique architectural blend of styles, over 50 annual festivals, and was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998.
Kraków Convention Bureau - MICE Presentation 2021MICEboard
This document provides information about Kraków, Poland as a host city for conferences and events. It begins with an introductory letter from the Mayor of Kraków highlighting the city's rich history and blend of past and present. The document then provides details on transportation to and from the city, accommodation options, event venues, local cuisine, tours, and recommendations for professional conference organizers and destination management companies. Statistics and facts about Kraków highlight aspects like its status as a cultural and academic center, growing business sector, and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Useful visitor information includes the local currency, prices, electricity, climate, and visa requirements. Transportation from the local airports is also detailed.
The document is an investment passport for Poltava Oblast in Ukraine created by the State Agency for Investment and National Projects of Ukraine. It provides an overview of the region's competitive advantages and investment opportunities. Section 1 describes the region, covering its geography and climate, demographics, human resources, education system, economic potential, success stories, transportation and communications infrastructure, socio-cultural sphere, and ratings. It aims to disclose and realize the region's investment potential by providing qualitative and up-to-date information to investors.
Dubai Messenger is a monthly magazine about business and leisure in the UAE and Middle East that has been published since 2004. It provides accurate and up-to-date information on exciting events and developments in the UAE and region through interviews, reports, and previews of major exhibitions and conferences. As the 2020 World Expo in Dubai approaches, the magazine will focus on innovative city projects and how Dubai is enhancing its global status. The magazine is distributed in Russia, the UAE, and other countries, with over 50,000 print copies reaching government agencies, companies, travel agencies, and exhibitions in both regions.
This document outlines a travel assignment for a student to plan an air travel itinerary for a customer. The assignment requires the student to choose two countries and plan a detailed itinerary visiting cities and attractions in each country over a minimum five day tour.
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Makhachkala is the capital and largest city of Dagestan, located on the coast of the Caspian Sea. It was founded in 1844 as a Russian fortress and grew significantly after an earthquake in 1970 with help from other Soviet republics to rebuild. Today Makhachkala has over 500,000 residents and is an important industrial, educational, scientific, and cultural center of Dagestan with dozens of factories, six institutions of higher education, and cultural sites like theaters and museums.
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XIIth International exhibition and scientific forum “Interexpo GEO-Siberia-2016” organized by the Siberian State University of Geosystems and Technologies and ExpoGeo LLC.
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The document summarizes information about the city of Panevėžys, Lithuania. It states that Panevėžys is the fifth largest city in Lithuania, with a population of 100,000 people. It is a regional economic center, with exports making up 56% of industrial company sales. Major investors in Panevėžys are from Denmark, Germany, Poland, Norway, Estonia, and Finland. Projects underway or completed in Panevėžys include the Panevėžys Free Economic Zone, Universal Sports Arena, Science and Technology Park, and Technology Demonstration Centre. The vision is for Panevėžys to become more
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Assessing the Influence of Transportation on the Tourism Industry in Nigeriagsochially
This research dissertation investigates the complex interplay between transportation and the tourism industry in Nigeria, aiming to unravel critical insights that contribute to the enhancement of the overall tourist experience. The study employs a multi-faceted approach, literature review establishes a robust theoretical framework, incorporating The Service Quality and Satisfaction Theory to guide the research questions and hypotheses.
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2. CONTENTS
•The eighth wonder of the World
•Saint Petersburg culture in figures
•Saint Petersburg intellectual potential
•Saint Petersburg's social and economic situation
•Saint Petersburg - transport and logistics centre
•Saint Petersburg's foreign economic activity
•Foreign investments in Saint Petersburg
•Priority economic development areas in Saint Petersburg
3.
4. SAINT PETERSBURG ON THE MAP OF THE WORLD
Saint Petersburg, Russia’s economic gates, a multi-purpose centre with a diversified
economy
Saint Petersburg
• scientific, cultural, industrial, and transport
centre
• Russia's second city after Moscow
• the centre of North West Russia
• the only Russian city bordering the EU
• the fourth most populous and second
largest city by area in Europe
• the highest quality of life in Russia
5. • Population — 5,2 million, economically active population — 2.7 million
• Area of the city — 1,439 km2
• Average temperature: July +25ºC, January –5ºC
SAINT PETERSBURG ON THE MAP OF THE WORLD: DISTANCE
Saint Petersburg
8. Saint Petersburg is:
• a centre of global culture and art;
• a leading Russian scientific and educational
centre;
• one of the largest tourist centers in Europe;
• a city with a stable macroeconomic situation;
• a centre of state-of-the-art innovative
production;
• a centre for attracting qualified workers;
• the largest Russian port;
• the leader in introducing and implementing
advanced mechanisms for stimulating
investment in Russia.
SAINT PETERSBURG ON THE MAP OF THE WORLD
9.
10. SAINT PETERSBURG, CULTURAL CAPITAL OF RUSSIA
Saint Petersburg is the major centre of world and Russian culture. It has almost 10% of all state protected
monuments in Russia.
Saint Petersburg's historical centre is a UNESCO world heritage site. The city is the eighth most popular
and attractive city in the world (according to UNESCO data).
16. SAINT PETERSBURG, THEATRE CAPITAL OF RUSSIA
Saint Petersburg theatres:
• Mariinsky Theatre;
• Mikhailovsky Theatre;
• Hermitage Theatre;
• Alexandrinsky Theatre;
• The Komissarjevsky Theatre;
• The Nikolay Akimov Saint Petersburg Comedy
Theatre;
• The N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov Saint Petersburg State
Conservatory;
• Tovstonogov Bolshoi Drama Theater etc.
19. CULTURE OF SAINT PETERSBURG: MUSEUMS
Saint Petersburg museums:
• The Russian Museum;
• The Hermitage;
• The Russian Ethnographic Museum;
• The Military-Historical Museum of Artillery, Engineer and
Signal Corps;
• Museum-monument Saint Isaac's Cathedral;
• Peter the Great Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography
(The Kunstkamera);
• The State Museum of Political History of Russia;
• Saint Isaac's Cathedral, etc.
21. CULTURE OF SAINT PETERSBURG: LIBRARIES
Saint Petersburg libraries:
• The Russian National Library;
• The Mayakovsky Central Public Library;
• The Pushkin Central City Children's Library;
• The Academy of Sciences Library;
• Generak Children’s Library by the name of A.Pushkin;
• The Boris Yeltsin Presidential Library, etc.
22. SAINT PETERSBURG, TOURISM CENTRE
Every year millions of tourists visit Saint Petersburg
(6.2 million visitors in 2013).
The city is one of the ten most popular cities in Europe.
Hotel sector:
International operators: Kempinski, Rocco Forte Hotels,
The Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, Corinthia, ACCOR,
Rezidor SAS, Sokos Hotel, Marriott, etc.
• 687 hotels (including mini hotels and hostels)
• 55 164 rooms
Tourists who arrive by ferry can spend
72 hours in the city without a visa
23. SAINT PETERSBURG, A CENTRE FOR BUSINESS ACTIVITY
AND DECISION MAKING
Based here are:
• the Russian constitutional court, representatives from federal
ministries and departments;
• more than 64 foreign consulates and 4 international
organization offices;
• offices of more than 23 Russian subjects and 2 Russian
regions;
• branches of international cultural institutes, countries, cities,
trade and industry chambers and foreign business centres;
• offices of major Russian companies and branches
of international corporations.
Saint Petersburg is accumulating
a number of important functions
24. SAINT PETERSBURG, A MAJOR CONGRESS AND EXHIBITION
CENTRE
Saint Petersburg regularly holds major international
events, such as:
• The G8 summit;
• The G20 summit:
• The Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum;
• The Saint Petersburg International Innovation Forum;
• The Saint Petersburg Technology Fair
• NEVA, the international exhibition and conference on
shipbuilding, shipping, port activity and ocean and continental
shelf development;
• International investment forum Pro Estate;
• International car exhibition Auto+ Automechanika;
• International tourism exhibition INWETEX.
25.
26. SAINT PETERSBURG SCIENTIFIC POTENTIAL
Saint Petersburg is the centre of academic,
industry and higher education science.
Over 186 thousand scientists work in the city
8000
25000
153000
Doctors of science
Candidates of science
Doctoral candidates
27. HIGHER EDUCATION, THE PRIDE OF
SAINT PETERSBURG
Universities:
91 universities:
• 40 state universities;
• 7 branches of state universities;
• 44 private universities;
• 345 thousand students, including more than 16 thousand
foreign students;
• 26,3 thousand teachers, including 4,5 thousand doctors of
science and 112 thousand candidates of science.
28. SECONDARY VOCATIONAL EDUCATION IN SAINT PETERSBURG
Secondary vocational education institutions
in Saint Petersburg:
• 45 state secondary vocational education institutions;
• 29 state institutions;
• 5 private institutions;
• 60 thousand students;
• 4.5 thousand teachers, including 5 doctors of science
and 192 candidates of science.
29. THE EDUCATION SYSTEM
Saint Petersburg's education system:
Nursery's and pre-school centres — 1 064
General education schools, including specialised — 693
Supplementary children's education institutions — 58
Children's homes — 25
Basic vocational education institutions —29
Secondary vocational education institutions — 5
• 72,3 thousand teachers;
• There are 389 thousand pupils in schools and specialized
high schools;
• 217,2 thousand children go to nurseries.
30. THE NORTHERN CAPITAL'S SPORTING GLORY
In March, 1911 the Russian Olympic Committee was
founded in Saint Petersburg.
Saint Petersburg has provided 118 Olympic champions who
have won 139 gold medals.
Saint Petersburg sports men and women won 1724 medals at
official international and Russian competitions in 2013
In May, 2013 Saint Petersburg hosted the SportAccord
International Convention, which attracts representatives from
over 100 international federations to discuss key issues in sport,
including:
•General Association of International Sports Federations;
•Association of International Olympic Winter Sports
Federations;
•the Executive Committee of the IOC.
31. POPULAR SPORT IN SAINT PETERSBURG
Sport facilities:
9 stadiums with 1,500 seats and above
Sports fields — 2 417
Sports halls —1 698
Sports palaces — 10
Covered sports facilities with artificial ice — 22
Cycle track—1
Swimming pools — 140
Ski bases — 11
Facilities for shooting sports —61
Rowing facilities and canals — 11
Adapted, non standard sporting facilities —1 655
Every year over 100 international and Russian sporting
events are held in Saint Petersburg.
854 thousand people regularly do sports.
32.
33. MAJOR ECONOMIC INDICATORS
Major economic indicators 2013
Business turnover, RUR 6 505.6 billion including:
• manufacturing activity — RUR 2 410.1 billion;
• investment in fixed assets — RUR 366.9 billion;
• retail trade turnover — RUR 946.7 billion;
• catering trade turnover — RUR 53.3 billion;
• volume of construction type works — RUR 356.1 billion;
• completed housing, — 2583.5 thousand sq. meters;
• freight turnover (large and medium sized transport organizations), billion ton-km —16,4;
34. SAINT PETERSBURG'S BUDGET FOR 2014–2016
The main budget priorities for
2014:
•social and cultural sphere;
•housing maintenance and utilities;
•national economy;
•nationwide issues;
•national security and law enforcement.
Saint Petersburg's budget for 2014-2016 (RUR, billion)
410
423.8
456456.9 451.8
493.5
- 46,8
- 28 - 38
2014 2015 2016
Revenue
Expenses
Deficit
35. SAINT PETERSBURG GROSS REGIONAL PRODUCT
Gross regional product of Saint Petersburg in 2013 was RUR 2 599.7 billion .
GRP per capita in 2013 was RUR 549.3
GRP growth for 2006-2013 (RUR, billion)
1413.6
1497.3 1512.8
1689.5 1673.7
1917.4
2137.9
2599.7
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
36. 4%
14%
16%
24%
16%
3%
23%
Wholesale and retail trade, car and motorbike repairs,
household goods and personal use items
Manufacturing
Real estate, rental operations and services
Transport and communication
Construction
State management and control of military security,
obligatory social services
Other
Sectors
SAINT PETERSBURG GROSS REGIONAL PRODUCT
37. THE LARGEST MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN SAINT
PETERSBURG'S INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX
• Admiralty Shipyards JSC;
• Baltiysky Zavod JSC;
• Severnaya Verf Shipbuilding Plant JSC;
• Branch of Power Machines JSC Leningradsky
Metallichesky Zavod in Saint Petersburg;
• Branch of Power Machines JSC Electrosila in Saint
Petersburg;
• Sevcable JSC;
• Electropult Plant JSC;
• Kirovsky Zavod JSC;
• MZ Arsenal JSC;
• Izhorskiye Zavody JSC;
• HC Leninets JSC;
• Svetlana JSC;
• Khlebny Dom JSC;
• British American Tobacco SPB CJSC;
• Krupskaya Confectionary Plant CJSC
• Baltika Brewery JSC;
• Branch of Heineken, Incorporated Breweries Heineken
LLC;
• Rubezh Group;
• Kirov Leningradsky Bread-Baking Complex JSC;
• Karavay JSC;
• Petro CJSC.
38. SMALL AND MEDIUM BUSINESS SAINT
PETERSBURG
• 18.4 thousand of small and medium enterprises;
• ~384,4 thousand jobs created;
• 10 thousand small and medium sized businesses have
received support;
• 16 specialised small business support programs;
• House of Entrepreneurs.
Small enterprises and start ups play
a major role in implementing innovations
39. INVESTMENT IN FIXED ASSETS
Investment growth in fixed assets, 2007-2013 (RUR, billion)
Investment in fixed assets this year approached pre-crisis economic levels.
117.7
156.8
193.7
303.4
366.9
324.7
402
360.4 351.9
366.9
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
40. SAINT PETERSBURG INNOVATION INFRASTRUCTURE
The city has:
• a regional venture fund for investment in small enterprises in
the research and development sphere in Saint Petersburg;
• 22 collective use centres;
• 4 business incubators;
• Innovation information and consultation centre.
Projects being implemented in the city:
•high-tech science park;
•science city;
•Saint Petersburg special technical and innovation
economic zones.
41.
42.
43. SAINT PETERSBURG'S TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS COMPLEX
Saint Petersburg transport and logistics complex includes:
• 12 railway lines;
• 15 highways;
• sea and river ports;
• 1 airport;
• 5 train stations.
Three transport corridors cross Saint Petersburg:
•North-South;
•Transsib;
•Pan-European corridor No. 9.
44. SAINT PETERSBURG, SEA CAPITAL OF RUSSIA
Big Port Saint Petersburg:
• a key role in providing international sea transport;
• third largest Russian port for freight turnover;
• the largest Russian port for transshipping dry, container and
refrigerated freight;
• the port's freight turnover in 2013 was 58 million tons;
• an icebreaker is used for piloting vessels during winter navigation;
• about 30 stevedore companies;
• the furthest north port (which freezes), with container turnover over 2,3
million. TEUs;
• added value volume — 4.2% of GRP;
• Saint Petersburg passenger port;
• an international standard port;
• 318 liners in 2013;
• winner of the Best Transit Port of the Year in the annual Seatrade
Insider Cruise Awards 2009.
45. RAILWAY TRANSPORT HUB
Saint Petersburg's railway network:
• 10 railway lines;
• 5 train stations;
• a developed manufacturing base for maintaining the railway.
Volume of freight carried in 2013 —109,7 million tons.
Passenger volume for 2013 – 134,7 million people.
46. CITY GATEWAY
Airport Pulkovo Saint Petersburg is the third busiest
airport in Russia after Moscow’s Domodedovo and
Sheremetyevo airports.
On December 4, 2013 the new Terminal 1 at Pulkovo
Airport began operations. The first flight was carried to
Dusseldorf by Rossiya Airlines at 10:30 am. The total
area of the terminal exceeds 110,000 sq. m and it has
a maximum capacity of 17 million passengers per year.
By 2018 a light rail system will connect Pulkovo airport
with the centre of Saint Petersburg.
48. SAINT PETERSBURG COMMUNICATION NETWORKS
In Saint Petersburg there are:
• 2,3 milion land line phones;
• 17,25 million mobile phones;
• 3,9 million internet users.
The internet in Saint Petersburg:
• 1020 public internet access places;
• 3950 computers in public access places;
• 105 thousand people use public access services every
month;
• 74% of families in the region have a home computer.
49.
50. SAINT PETERSBURG FOREIGN TRADE
Saint Petersburg is the leading region in North West Russia for imports and exports
4.9
12.5
17.8
23.6
13.4
11.8
20.5 20.6
19.1
10.1
14.2
20.7
25.7
17.8
24.7
32.6
35.9
34.9
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
Export
Import
Import and Export growth (US$, billion)
52. SAINT PETERSBURG FOREIGN TRADE
14%
8%
5%
7%
5%
5%
5%4%
3%
3%
41%
Major trade partners of st. Petersburg by their quotas in the
trade turnover in 2013
China
Germany
Netherlands
Finland
Japan
Republic of Korea
United Kingdom
Italy
Czech Republic
France
Other countries
53. EXPORT FEATURES
Saint Petersburg export volume amounted to US$ 19,1 billion
5%
65%
2%
4%
8%
11%
5%
St. Petersburg export сommodity structure in 2013
(in % to the outcome)
Food, raw materials for its production
Mineral products
Chemicals
Wood, paper, articles from them
Ferrous and non-ferrous metals, articles
made of them
Machinery, equipment, vehicles
Other goods
55. IMPORT FEATURES
Import volume in 2013 amounted to US$ 34.9 billion
22%
1%
11%
3%
5%
7%
46%
5%
St. Petersburg import commodity structure in 2013
(in % to the outcome)
Food, raw materials for its production
Mineral products
Chemicals
Wood, paper, articles from them
Textile, textile goods, shoes
Ferrous and non-ferrous metals,articles made
of them
Machinery, equipment, vehicles
Other goods
57. SAINT PETERSBURG'S CREDIT RATING
Rating agencies Saint Petersburg rating from rating agencies
BBB (stable) — foreign and national currency rating, 31.05.2012
Baa1 (stable), 17.05.2011
BBB (stable) — long term national and foreign currency rating,
17.01.2013
1А(high potential — minimal risk), 16.12.2011
58.
59. SAINT PETERSBURG'S PARTNERSHIPS WITH FOREIGN CITIES
Australia
Melbourne
Austria
Graz
Azerbaijan
Baku
Arab Republic of Egypt
Alexandria
Argentina
Mar-del-Plata
Buenos Aires
Armenia
Yerevan
Belarus
Minsk
Belgium
Antwerp
Bulgaria
Plovdiv
Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
Great Britain
Manchester
Edinburgh (Scotland)
Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh
Hai Phong
Hungary
Debrecen
Germany
Hamburg
Dresden
Greece
Piraeus
Salonika
Denmark
Aarhus
Israel
Haifa
India
Mumbai (Bombay)
Jordan
Aqaba
Iran
Isfahan
Tehran
Spain
Barcelona
Italy
Milan
Turin
Genoa
Venice
Kyrgyzstan
Osh
Bishkek
China
Shanghai
Qingdao
Beijing
Democratic People's
Republic of Korea
Namp'o
Republic of Korea
Daegu
Busan
Cuba
Santiago de Cuba
Havana
Latvia
Riga
Daugavpils
Lithuania
Vilnius
Kaunas
Mexico
Guadalajara
The Netherlands
Rotterdam
Norway
Oslo
Stavanger
Palestinian National Authority
Bethlehem
Poland
Gdansk
Krakow
Romania
Constanţa
Slovakia
Košice
Slovenia
Maribor
USA
Los Angeles
Saint Petersburg (Florida)
Sudan
Khartoum
Tajikistan
Dushanbe
Thailand
Bangkok
Tunisia
Bizerte
Turkey
Istanbul
Ukraine
Sevastopol
Kiev
Odessa
Mykolaiv
Kharkiv
Lviv
Uruguay
Montevideo
Finland
Turku
Tampere
Helsinki
Mikkeli
Kotka
France
Le Havre
Bordeaux
Paris
Lyon
Nice
Croatia
Zagreb
Czech Republic
Prague
Sweden
Gothenburg
Stockholm
Sri Lanka
Colombo
Estonia
Tallinn
South Africa
Cape Town
Johannesburg
Japan
Osaka
60. SAINT PETERSBURG'S PARTNERSHIPS
WITH FOREIGN REGIONS
Belarus
Mogilev Region
Bulgaria
Plovdiv Region
Varna Region
Vietnam
Khanh Hoa Province
Germany
Saxony Federal State
Italy
Lombardy Region
Marche Region
Republic of Korea
Chungcheongbuk-do Province
Norway
Finnmark County
Slovakia
Košice Region
Nitra Region
Ukraine
Autonomous Republic of Crimea
Donetsk Region
Dnipropetrovsk Region
The Philippines
Sebu Province
Finland
Kymenlaakso, Southern Savonia, South Karelia
regions
Switzerland
Ticino Canton
Sweden
Norrbotten, Stockholm, Södermanland,
Uppsala, Västmanland and Örebro counties
Chinese People's Republic
Kwangtung Province
61. BUSINESS INFORMATION CENTERS
• Kiev (Ukraine)
• Kharkiv (Ukraine)
• Riga (Latvia)
• Rakvere (Estonia)
• Kohtla-Järve (Estonia)
• Astana (Kazakhstan)
• Haifa (Israel)
• Guilford (United Kingdoom)
16 St. Petersburg Information and Business Centers Abroad
• Turku (Finland)
• Hämeenlinna (Finland)
• Kotka (Finland)
• Jyväskylä (Finland)
• Oslo (Norway)
• Melbourne (Australia)
• Vilnius (Lithiania)
• Yerevan (Armenia)
62.
63. FOREIGN INVESTMENTS
IN SAINT PETERSBURG'S ECONOMY
The volume of foreign investment in Saint Petersburg's economy in 2013
US$ 13 431.0 million
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
1.4
5.2 6.2 5.9 6 5 6.1
10.7
13.4
Foreign investments dynamics in 2005-2013
(US$ billion)
64. FOREIGN INVESTMENT
IN SAINT PETERSBURG'S ECONOMY
12.3
12.3
23.2
21.7
10.3
17.5
8.3
10.3
34.9
8.1
0.4
2.5
0.1
3.5
0.5
2.3
52.8
79.6
76.4
75.8
89.6
79
91.2
87.4
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Direct Portfolio Other
Structure of Foreign Investments Based on Types (in %)
65. FOREIGN INVESTMENT
IN SAINT PETERSBURG'S ECONOMY: BY INDUSTRY
Distribution of foreign investment by economy sector in 2013:
2%
2%1%
90%
5%
Transport and communication
Wholestate and retail trade
Others
Manufacturing activity
Real estate, services and lease
66. CONDITIONS FOR ATTRACTING INVESTORS
•welcoming attitude towards investors;
•balanced public and private interests;
•access to information needed by investors;
•clear and simple investment process;
•mutual responsibility.
State support for investment activities:
•tax benefits;
• property rental subsidies;
• payment deferrals and instalments;
• support for investors from Saint Petersburg's budget.
Saint Petersburg's investment policy principles:
67. FAVOURABLE CONDITIONS FOR STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
PROJECTS
•public-private partnership;
•special technical and innovation economic zone.
Key advantages for SEZ residents:
•reduced profit tax rate;
•exemption from property, vehicle and land taxes;
•reduced rate on social insurance contributions;
•exemption from customs duty and VAT;
•no prohibition or limitation (for example, licensing, quota allocation) on bringing foreign goods into the zone, etc.
Other ways of stimulating investment activity:
68. INVESTMENT ATTRACTIVE SECTORS OF SAINT PETERSBURG'S
ECONOMY
•research intensive production;
•research and development and technical and innovation activities;
•transport infrastructure;
•housing maintenance and utilities;
•manufacturing industry;
•power industry;
•communications and telecommunications;
•medicine and health care;
•education;
•tourism.
Cluster policy:
69. THE LARGEST INVESTMENT PROJECTS
IN SAINT PETERSBURG TERRITORY AND TRANSPORT
Transport:
• Western High-Speed Diameter;
• Pulkovo airport development;
• passenger sea terminal on Vasilievsky Island.
Territory development:
• western part of Vasilievsky Island;
• multi-purpose complex Baltic Pearl;
• Apraksin Dvor;
• New Holland Island;
• Moskovskaya-Tovarnaya station zone;
• New Admiralty Island;
• Izhorskiye Zavody industrial zone.
70. THE LARGEST INVESTMENT PROJECTS IN SAINT
PETERSBURG POWER INDUSTRY AND MACHINE BUILDING
Machine building (sites under construction):
•power equipment production plant in the Metallostroi industrial
zone;
•stamping components production plant and a metal service
centre;
•large diameter pipe production complex, reconstruction
of a sheet-rolling shop.
Power and utilities:
•construction and maintenance of the south west heat power
plant;
•construction of a power equipment production plant in
the Izhorskiye Zavody industrial zone.
73. CAR CLUSTER
There are five car construction plants operating
in Saint Petersburg:
• Toyota (Toyota Motor Manufacturing Russia LLC);
• General Motors (General Motors Auto LLC);
• Nissan (Nissan Manufacturing RUS LLC);
• Hyundai (Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Russia LLC);
• Scania (Scania-Piter LLC).
• MAN (MAN-SE)
74. CAR CLUSTER — CAR PARTS
Car parts production
St. Petersburg Association of Manufacturers of automotive components
(SPbAPAC) is the concept of forming a cluster of automotive components
manufacturers in the Northern capital.
At present the Association includes more than 50 enterprises.
• Eberspächer;
• Kvenberger Logistics Rus
• Toyota Boshoku;Toyota Tsusho Machinery;
• АЕР plant;
• Vlankas;
• SPAZ Plaza plant;
• Kvadrat SG plant;
• АЕР plant;
• Interkos-IV CJSC.
75. PHARMACEUTICAL CLUSTER ON THE MAP OF SAINT
PETERSBURG
• Development strategy for Russia's pharmaceutical industry to 2020
• Development concept for the pharmaceutical cluster in Saint Petersburg
• Action plan for implementing the development concept for the pharmaceutical cluster in
Saint Petersburg
• Coordination council for developing the pharmaceutical cluster in Saint Petersburg
Key documents:
76. PHARMACEUTICAL CLUSTER ON THE MAP OF SAINT
PETERSBURG
Pharmacluster development plan:
Pushkinskaya industrial zone:
• Geropharm, Samsom-Med, Neon plants.
Neudorf SEZ:
• research laboratories;
• business incubator and centre for collective equipment use;
• congress centre;
• Biokad plant.
Novo-Orlovskoye SEZ:
• main resource for implementing R&D и and Greenfield projects;
• construction of Novartis, Vertex, Pharmasyntez, Vital Development plants;
• administrative and laboratory production block;
• customs infrastructure.
80. HIGH TECH CLUSTER ON THE MAP
OF SAINT PETERSBURG
Neudorf SEZ + Novo-Orlovskoye department:
• 130 ha;
• 33 resident companies
IT park in Nevsky district Saint Petersburg — offices and production
+ infrastructure for residents;
Business incubator Ingria — the engine for developing the IT cluster:
• Area 2,325.03 sq. m;
• 600 jobs for small businesses;
• 77 residents— their clients Sony, IKEA, MTS, Sberbank, Alfa-Bank, Sochi-2014 and others;
• Agreements with 8 of the largest Saint Petersburg universities;
• 10 student projects have become residents.
Joint production of Foxconn and Hewlett-Packard personal computers.
The first technology park of the Finnish company Technopolis, intended for high-tech
enterprises.
81. HIGH TECH CLUSTER ON THE MAP
OF SAINT PETERSBURG
Neudorf SEZ
Novo-Orlovskoye
IT park
Business incubator Ingria
Foxconn and Hewlett-Packard
Technopolis
82. SHIPBUILDING CLUSTER
ON THE MAP OF SAINT PETERSBURG
•43 shipbuilding industry companies;
•over 50 thousand specialists work in the industry.
A key project is the state-of-the-art shipbuilding
complex United Shipbuilding Corporation JSC on Kotlin
Island
•project implementation period — 8 years;
•total workforce — 6,500;
•taxes paid to Saint Petersburg — about 3.5 billion per
annum;
•annual revenue — 38 billion roubles;
•investment — about 35 billion roubles.
83. RADIOLOGY CLUSTER
ON THE MAP OF SAINT PETERSBURG
•highly qualified personnel and training of new employees;
•developed scientific and production and medical base;
•the greatest concentration in Russia of developers and producers of diagnostic equipment;
•developed allied industries for building cooperation and subcontracting.
Cluster
• 11 Petersburg enterprises, universities, research and
public organizations;
• 8 core industry partners.
Strong points
84. Operating conditions Saint Petersburg SEZ
SAINT PETERSBURG SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE
SEZ residents must correspond to the clusters:
• biomedicine, including pharmaceutical;
• precise and analytical instrument making;
• IT;
• energy saving technology;
• microelectronics;
• communication equipment;
• nanotechnology.
The SEZ will operate for 20 years
(18.01.2006-18.01.2026)
85. SAINT PETERSBURG SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE
Novo-Orlovskoye department
S = 110.8 ha
Neuford department
S = 20 ha
86. SAINT PETERSBURG SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE
Free
customs
zone
Customs relief
for SEZ residents
Movement of Russian
goods
Movement of foreign
goods
Imports from abroad
Exports to Russia
Exports abroad
special tax 0, VAT 0%
special tax, VAT 18%, excise
special tax, VAT 0%
SEZ
Imports from Russia
Exports to Russia
Exports abroad
special tax 0, VAT 0%, excise
VAT 18%, excise
special tax, VAT 0%
87. ADVANTAGES FOR SEZ RESIDENTS
• protection from a worsening tax situation;
• tax and customs preferences;
• simplified land acquisition procedure, subsidised rent for land
and office facilities, possibility of purchasing the site after
bringing it into operation;
• the OEZ is fully provided with utility resources paid by the
Russian and Saint Petersburg governments (piping
infrastructure);
• subsidised connection to power sources (exemption from
payment for connection to power grids of 0.6 MW on 1 ha);
• use of staff potential, scientific and research
bases of universities and RAS institutes.
Guaranteed utility resources
maintenance
Legal guarantees to residents,
benefits
Possible cooperation with
scientific research centres
There are hundreds of libraries in Saint Petersburg. Despite the appearance of electronic books, printed books are still popular with all sections of the population.
Changes in the goods structure is significantly based mostly on changes to the leading export groups: the value of mineral commodities and food products decreased by 23.5% and 31.3% respectively.
Changes in the goods structure are significant and based mostly on changes to the leading export groups: the value of mineral commodities and food productsdecreased by 23.5% and 31.3% respectively.