Russia


Still no deal to get Russia into WTO
The United States is the sole remaining large WTO member that hasn't signed a bilateral pre-admission deal with Russia.
UNICE Chairman: Russia and the EU must conclude a full package free trade deal
The UNICE (Union of Manufacturers in the European Community) Chairman, Ernest-Antoine Seillière, has encouraged Russia and the European Union (the EU) to conclude a full package free trade agreement to reach close, reciprocal economic integration.
New legal threat over Yukos sale
The Kremlin will face yet another legal headache on Tuesday over its role in the break-up of Yukos after US attorneys began an arbitration proceeding in Spain on behalf of Spanish investors who were allegedly hurt by the Yukos affair.
Europe seeks Russian trade deal
The European Union wants a free-trade deal with Russia once the country joins the World Trade Organization, the European Commission president has said.
Federal Cabinet approves finalizing of FTA with Russia
Pakistan's Federal Cabinet has approved finalizing a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Russia.
Indo-Russia new pact in the offing
India and Russia will be working for new economic agreements that would include higher investment of Russian firms in the country's lagging infrastructure.
Egypt, Russia to negotiate free trade deal
Egypt and Russia will reportedly start negotiations next month with a view to reaching a free trade agreement.
PM to visit Russia, may sign FTA
Pakistan agreed on Sunday to eventually sign a free trade agreement (FTA) with Russia, as Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz is set to visit the country soon.
Jordan hopes to sign free trade agreement with Russia
His Majesty King Abdullah will meet today with Russian President Vladimir Putin for talks on ways to develop bilateral ties, particularly in the economic fields.
EU bilateral trade negotiations: state of play
Overview of Bilateral Negotiations 2004 involving Trade Agreements: State of Play 27 July