摘要:This new edition of "Doing Business with Russia" provides an authoritative appraisal of the current economic system and investment climate, an update on market potential in key industry sectors, and unique best practice advice on all aspects of investing in and trading with Russia. With a population of nearly 150 million, Russia has a huge potential consumer market. its improved economic and political performance under Putin, the pro-global economies of his government and major Russian corporations, together with the country's seemingly endless supplies of many of the world's most vital resources, makes this a particularly attractive time for embarking on business co-operation with this vast country. In 2002, the United States proclaimed Russia to have reached the status of a "market economy" and the international credit ratings agency, Standard and Poor's, upgraded Russia's rating, assigning a stable investment outlook on the basis of continuing economic reform and improved budgetary discipline. The Russian government has also advocated its continuing commitment to encouraging the private sector, reducing bureaucratic controls on commercial activities, encouraging foreign investment and further integrating Russia into the global economy through its negotiations for membership of the WTO. Information for the book and the website has been supplied by a unique network of contacts in Russia, including the local offices of Deloitte & Touche, CMS Cameron McKenna and Raifffeisen Bank. Other valuable sources include Coface, Mechant International Group, Allen & Overy, the World Bank Group, the International Finance Corporation, Standard & Poor's and many more. Topics covered include: * Theeconomy and business environment; * The legal structure and business regulation; * Finance, accountancy and taxation; * Key sectors of trade and investment; * Business development; * Doing business in russia's regions. "Doing Business with Russia" is an invaluable guide to business prac
