Over 130 Countries Confirm Participation in St. Petersburg International Economic Forum 2026

Representatives from more than 130 countries and territories have confirmed their participation in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), scheduled to take place June 3-6, according to an announcement by the Roscongress Foundation on May 28. The forum will bring together heads of government institutions, international organizations, business leaders, experts, academics, and media representatives to discuss global economic development and cooperation.

US President Donald Trump has designated Rodney Cook, Chairman of the US Commission of Fine Arts, as his representative to attend SPIEF 2026. Cook is scheduled to participate in forum events including a session titled "Russia-US: Dialogue of Cultures." The American Chamber of Commerce in Russia (AmCham) and the Roscongress Foundation will jointly organize a Russia-US business dialogue to explore cooperation prospects between Russian and American businesses and identify potential joint projects within the evolving global economic landscape.

Anton Kobyakov, adviser to the Russian president and executive secretary of the SPIEF organizing committee, emphasized the forum's significance as a platform for international partnership and economic dialogue. "The broad international representation at SPIEF 2026 confirms that the forum continues to serve as a key global platform for building partnerships, exchanging experience, and shaping new areas of cooperation," Kobyakov stated. He noted that participating nations are united by their commitment to joint development, strengthened economic ties, and finding solutions for sustainable growth and improved quality of life.

The forum's program focuses on developing a new model of global development in response to ongoing transformation of the world economy. The event is organized by the Roscongress Foundation, with TASS serving as the general information partner.