Arab-Russian
Cultural Association

ANO "ARKA" was created to strengthen ties (cultural, professional, public, social, scientific, economic) and develop international relations between the Russian Federation and the countries of the Middle East and Africa.
ANO "ARKA" was created to strengthen ties (cultural, professional, public, social, scientific, economic) and develop international relations between the Russian Federation and the countries of the Middle East and Africa.
Facilitates the establishment of business relationships between Russian companies and those operating in the Middle East and Africa.

The organization supports projects with due consideration of the cultural and social characteristics of the Middle East and Africa, increasing the effectiveness of implementation.

ARKA complements traditional export tools with interregional cooperation and integration services.

This enables the building of trusting and sustainable relationships in regions unconventional for many Russian companies, which is a key competitive advantage.

Key services of ANO ARKA include

  • Creation and support of long-term interregional partnerships.
  • Organization of specialized business trips and business missions.
  • Cultural exchange and development of intercultural relations.
  • Social and scientific projects to strengthen regional ties.
  • Support in building trusting and sustainable business relationships.
  • Cultural diplomacy and development of interregional cooperation.
  • Political and strategic support of international initiatives.

ANO ARKA's services aimed at investors

  • Supporting the creation of strategic international partnerships in the Middle East and Africa regions.
  • Consultations and support in cultural and business interactions, taking into account regional specifics.
  • Organization of specialized business trips to assess investment processes.
  • Expert analysis and monitoring of economic and social trends in the region to justify investments.
  • GR consulting and political support for projects to minimize risks and ensure legislative support.
  • Supporting ESG initiatives and sustainable development in international projects.
  • Educational programs and trainings to develop competencies in international business management.

ANO ARKA is organizing a business trip to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia

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Business missions help small, medium, and large businesses find new clients and partners, determine their level of interest in cooperation, and obtain feedback from potential foreign partners.
Negotiations are planned between representatives of small, medium, and large businesses and potential foreign partners with the aim of concluding foreign trade contracts and establishing bilateral economic relations.

For whom is the business trip being organized?

A unique offer for aspiring or existing exporters (small, medium, and large businesses registered and operating in the Russian Federation) interested in finding new partners and entering new markets.
ANO ARKA provides the following assistance:
  • Formation of an individual list of relevant partners.
  • Organizing bilateral meetings with foreign companies, both general and individual for businessmen.
  • Visa support, assistance with hotel reservations, comfortable transfers within the host country.
  • Providing translation services during meetings and negotiations.
  • Pre-designed and approved schedule and additional locations for in-person meetings.
  • Negotiation support.
  • Assistance in submitting applications for participation in events.

Conditions of participation in a business trip

  • 1
    No more than two representatives may participate from one company.
  • 2
    Services are provided subject to the conclusion of an agreement with each participant.
  • 3
    The Center bears part of the company's expenses related to:
  • организацией и проведением встреч и переговоров с потенциальными зарубежными партнёрами, инвесторами;
  • организацией и проведением встреч с членами правящих королевских семей;
  • подготовкой и распространением информационной продукции на арабском языке.
  • Presentation of products or services; Engaging translators and other personnel;
  • Organizing logistics in business travel countries;
  • Organizing a cultural program* during business trips;
  • Collecting feedback on the results of participation in the event.
  • Organizing and conducting meetings and negotiations with potential foreign partners and investors;
  • Organizing and conducting meetings with members of the ruling royal families;
  • Preparing and distributing informational materials in Arabic;
  • Presentation of products or services; Engaging translators and other personnel;
  • Organizing logistics in business travel countries;
  • Organizing a cultural program* during business trips;
  • Collecting feedback on the results of participation in the event.
* Cultural program
This isn’t just a supplement to business negotiations; it’s an essential part of a business trip, helping to:

  • Build trust through personal interactions in an informal setting.
  • Understand the traditions and values ​​of your partners, which is crucial for long-term cooperation.
  • Create a positive image of your company by demonstrating respect for local culture.

Why is this important?

"In the Arab world, deals are made not in offices, but over a cup of coffee. A cultural program is an investment in relationships, not just a polite gesture".
October 24-31, 2025

Event Dates

Including arrival and departure days
Kuwait
October 24-26, 2025
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Saudi Arabia
October 26-31, 2025
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Kuwait and Saudi Arabia
October 24-31, 2025
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Terms and conditions are discussed individually
After the business trip, we may extend our cooperation to include transaction support in the Middle East and Southeast Asia:

  • analysis of negotiations, strategy for further action;
  • assistance in concluding contracts — from drafting terms to final signing.

Organizers

With the support of

Business trip organizers

  • Irina Andreeva
    General Director of ANO ARKA
    Focuses on cosmetics, perfumes, and household chemicals.

    General Director of KOSMIRA LLC, Founder of the LEO ET MADELEINE brand.

    Vice President of the Public Association of the Russian Industry Union of Manufacturers and Entrepreneurs in Foreign Economic Activity.

    Member of the Moscow Regional Branch of BUSINESS RUSSIA.
  • Galina Bakhmetyeva
    Partner of ANO ARKA
    Field of activity: FinTech.

    CEO of Brainysoft LLC.
  • Yulia Koroleva
    Director of External Communications at ANO ARKA
    Her areas of expertise include developing communications, PR, GR, and anti-crisis strategies and their implementation. Her expertise includes PR promotion for companies in the following sectors: construction, manufacturing, consulting, politics, sports, HoReCa, and social projects.

    Founder of the communications agency Institute of Reputation.

    Political consultant. Editor-in-chief and co-founder of the print business magazine Nouveau Riche.

    Strategist for promoting company executives, government projects, and businesses.
  • Anastasia Ugarova
    Partner of ANO ARKA
    Works in developing advertising, PR, and GR strategies and implementing them. Expertise in promoting companies in the concert and theater segments, consulting, politics, sports, and social projects. Creating, organizing, and hosting major events, including federal business forums.

    Managing partner of the closed business and government community NETWORK OF LEADERSHIP.

    PR | GR | Political consultant.

Contacts

i.andreeva@arka.moscow
+7 980 470 0518