24.07.2008 /Events VTB becomes a sponsor of “The week of Olympic basketball in Russia” - The tournament provides a good opportunity for fans on the eve of the 2008 Olympic Games to watch the game between the current champion – Russian team and the past European Championship winners, in particular Spain, Czechia and Israel.

24.07.2008 /Operations Mandarin Oriental announces luxury hotel in Moscow - Mandarin Oriental, Moscow will be perfectly located on Tverskaya Street, just a five minute walk from the famous Red Square, with its architectural attractions including the Kremlin and St Basil's Cathedral. The property is well positioned within the city's prime financial and commercial district, and provides easy access to Moscow's numerous cultural attractions and its most prestigious shopping area, home to many exclusive retail brands.

24.07.2008 /Operations LOCKO-Bank completes its joint project with DAI Europe Ltd to further improve its performance results in the SME sector - LOCKO-Bank will also consider recommendations of the DAI consultants regarding strengthening of the Bank's position in the SME niche and developing new market opportunities.