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By Rhod Mackenzie

In Helsinki, amidst all economic challenges,they have been holding discussions about opening the border with Russia. The major question now is it too little too late and will business and tourism will be able to recover, or has all the trust  and good will from the Russian side b...

By Rhod Mackenzie

While Europe and the US are grappling with how to deal with their debts, Russia has turned Western pressure to its advantage and found an elegant solution to the financial crisis. However, this solution won't suit everyone.

Russia's debt at record low level
Russia's debt at re...

By Rhod Mackenzie

The Republic of Latvia continues to expel its own residents who once took Russian citizenship. 
Those who failed language exams or "incorrectly" filled out "loyalty" forms are forced to leave their homes and are sent to Russia, where they often have no friends or relatives.
Ind...

By Rhod Mackenzie

It appears that the Empress of Europe the EC President is determined to  confiscate the frozen Russian assets. However,making seizure of the asset a reality is far more complex than simply taking them and hading them over to the corrupt regime of the Draft Dodging,Fancy Dress Wea...

By Rhod Mackenzie

In Finland the Government budget deficit continues to grow and public debt has reached almost 90 percent of GDP, this indicates a serious economic downturn has taken already place. The Govt  must seriously address these issues . However, the Finnish government insead are looking...

By Rhod Mackenzie

Major European oil refineries are at risk of shutting down due to Washington's sanctions against Russia's Lukoil. A major gas station chain has closed in Finland, and Bulgaria and Romania are scrambling to take action. Risks have also emerged for the global energy market. what er...