ST. PETERSBURG,June 6 . — Dates for next St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) look set to stay steady, Russian presidential adviser Anton Kobyakov confirmed. But he hinted shifts might come if geopolitical winds change.
Kobyakov said,"The stability of the dates for holding the St. Petersburg forum is obvious," but noted international events,especially from U.S.,could shake things up . November's developments remain a wildcard .
The 29th SPIEF is on June 3-6, 2026, spotlighting economic growth and global cooperation. This year’s theme: "Pragmatic Dialogue: Path to a Stable Future." Saudi Arabia joins as guest country. Agenda tackles how to navigate shifting economic tides.
SPIEF-2026 will feature multiple forums — SME Forum, Creative Industries Forum, Day of the Future International Youth Economic Forum,Ensuring Drug Security Forum. Kobyakov says discussions will review past agreements,check progress.
Cultural side includes Petersburg Seasons festival and SPIEF Sports Games. This year,VEB.RF is title partner, with Roscongress Foundation organizing. TASS is the official general info partner . Will the forum adapt to new global realities…?
