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Roman Shabrov, attorney and partner at BRACE Law Firm, participated in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), held from June 3 to 6, 2026, in St. Petersburg.
SPIEF serves as a leading global platform for the business community to discuss critical economic issues. The business program reflects the global transition toward a multipolar economy and includes strategically vital tracks for Russian business: the "Drug Security" Forum, the Day of the Future, the Creative Industries Forum, and the SME Forum. These platforms convene top executives of major corporations, government officials, and leading experts to develop solutions for ensuring technological sovereignty and forming new logistics corridors.
The event traditionally acts as a premier venue for analyzing macroeconomic challenges and establishing new standards for state regulation of business. This forum holds significant importance for the legal market, as it defines the trajectories for future amendments to customs, antitrust, and tax legislation.
Strategic Significance of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF)
SPIEF provides a global platform for fostering dialogue among the state, large capital, and the expert community. In 2026, the architecture of the forum's business program focused on the practical transition to a polycentric world order, as well as to new technological and economic paradigms.
During the forum, participants devoted special attention to panel discussions directly impacting the regulatory landscape and the interests of mid-market and large businesses. Experts analyzed a comprehensive set of measures aimed at developing domestic production and reducing reliance on foreign companies from unfriendly jurisdictions, while maintaining incentives for competition, innovation, and enhanced efficiency. The panels placed a particular emphasis on balancing restrictions against foreign manufacturers with the advancement of proprietary technologies.
Comprehensive Legal Expertise and Select Engagements of BRACE Law Firm
BRACE Law Firm provides comprehensive legal support to domestic and foreign businesses. The firm's team handles complex engagements involving an international element, leveraging global best practices and a profound understanding of Russian substantive law. The core practice areas of BRACE include:
- Representing clients in complex litigation and dispute resolution;
- Advising on international trade, currency control, and customs law;
- Navigating antitrust regulations and defending against unfair competition;
- Structuring public and corporate procurement strategies;
- Ensuring compliance with sanctions and regulatory frameworks;
- Delivering comprehensive corporate and commercial legal support.
The firm possesses proven industry expertise in high-technology sectors, with a particular focus on the Life Sciences and information technology industries.
"Today, C-suite executives face unprecedented regulatory pressure. Effectively safeguarding assets and maintaining market share necessitate a proactive industry strategy, where a deep understanding of legal opportunities and compliance risks becomes a primary competitive advantage for the business", shared Roman Shabrov regarding the outcomes of the recent forum.
