Russia

Russia bans aviation fuel exports until November 30

Russia exports jet fuel mainly by rail to Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan

01 June, 2026

Saudi Arabia and Russia launch visa-free access: Key details

The agreement allows Saudi and Russian citizens to travel between the two nations without obtaining visas for short-term visits, in a move expected to significantly boost tourism and business travel

12 May, 2026

Date revealed: When does Saudi and Russia visa-free travel begin?

The ministry emphasised that the arrangement does not extend to work, study, residency, or Hajj

06 April, 2026

South Korea cracks down on illegal car exports to Russia

A customs official said many of those vehicles were German premium brands imported to South Korea

12 March, 2026

UAE, Russia ink trade in services and investment agreement

The deal comes as part of the UAE’s CEPA programme, which aims to raise non-oil foreign trade to Dhs4.04tn by 2031

09 August, 2025

Tsunami alerts in US, Japan as massive earthquake hits Russia

Authorities reported several injuries in the remote Russian region, with strong aftershocks expected

30 July, 2025

Oil prices steady as investors weigh duller market outlook and tariffs’ impact

The IEA on Friday boosted its forecast for supply growth this year, while also trimming its outlook for growth in demand

11 July, 2025

UAE hosts strategic dialogue with Russia to boost financial cooperation

The forum included four key panel discussions covering budget preparation, the integration of modern technologies in financial planning, public-private partnerships, and international tax policies

18 February, 2025