In Russia, politicians protect movie and music pirates

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Russia is an important battleground in the fight against piracy. Russian piracy costs American businesses approximately $1.7 billion in 2004. Corrupt government officials and politicians are making it difficult to crack down on those involved.

Political aspects, Political corruption, Piracy (Copyright)

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Russian Court untethers tax probes

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Russia's Constitutional Court has ruled that a three year limit on investigating back-taxes violations does not apply in certain cases. A legislative ruling that could effect Moscow's efforts to boost business confidence.

Taxes, Corporate governance, Tax policy, Russia. Constitutional Court

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Russia's crackdown on beer leaves Western brewers flat

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In Russia, new restrictions on beer advertising and beer drinking in public are forcing breweries to rethink their marketing strategies.

Breweries, Marketing procedures, Malt beverages, Advertising, Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors, Advertising Activity, Beer & Ale, Advertising Regulation, Standard Beer, Marketing, Brewing industry, Company marketing practices, Beer, Advertising law

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