I am pleased to welcome you to the Russian Energy Week International Forum.
Russia occupies a strong position among the world energy leaders and is well known as a reliable and responsible exporter of energy resources. Despite the unprecedented pressure that is being exerted on our country, which has been going on for a number of years already, we are fulfilling our obligations, and we seek to conclude long-term mutually beneficial contracts.
Per tradition, government officials, entrepreneurs, and experts from numerous countries around the world gather together in Moscow to analyse the current situation in the global energy sector, share forecasts for the future, and, most importantly, find solutions to the most pressing problems. The business programme will allow for discussions about the pressing issues facing the energy community and a thorough review of such significant themes as global markets, the climate agenda, technological sovereignty, and digital transformation. During industry-specific meetings, roundtable discussions, and seminars, the best experts will speak in detail about important innovations in the fuel and energy industry and the social sector.
The development of energy markets directly depends on constructive cooperation among nations. For this reason, we will continue diversifying energy supplies, modernizing the fuel and energy industry, attracting investments, and launching new projects, including the deep processing of raw materials. And of course, as at previous forums, this year the Global Energy International Prize will be awarded for outstanding research, scientific, and technological achievements that help to increase the efficiency and environmental safety of energy sources for the benefit of all mankind.
I am certain that this Forum will best be remembered for its interesting discussions and that the ideas, initiatives, and recommendations expressed during it will be in high demand on a practical level.
I wish you productive interaction and success.
Vladimir Putin
“Enterprises working in the fuel and energy sector continue to demonstrate steady growth despite the difficult market situation and artificial external constraints. In order to effectively implement Russia’s Energy Strategy until 2030, it is extremely important to maintain our competitive advantages and outline future ways to develop. Meeting these challenges requires coordination between government bodies, state corporations, and independent producers. The Russian Energy Week International Forum will help create the conditions for such coordination and, I believe, will also become a platform for constructive dialogue between experts in the fuel and energy sector.”
In the years 1988-2000 Worked at the Norilsk Mining and Metallurgical Combine.
In 2000-2002 - Deputy Head of Norilsk on financial and economic issues.
In 2002-2008 - in the administration of the Krasnoyarsk Territory: Deputy Governor.
In 2008-2012 - Deputy Minister of Finance of the Russian Federation.
In 2012-2020 - Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation.
Since November 2020 - Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation.
