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Financial news: On December 23, 2025, the Federal Treasury will hold a deposit auction of 22,025,446.

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Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

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Application selection parameters;

The application selection date is December 23, 2025. Unique application selection identifier is 22,025,446. Deposit currency is rubles. Fund type is a Single Treasury Account. The maximum amount of funds placed in bank deposits, in monetary units, is 40,000,000,000. Placement period, in days, is 364. Funds deposit date is December 23, 2025.

The return date is December 22, 2026. The interest rate for placing funds (fixed or floating) is FLOATING. The minimum fixed interest rate for placing funds, in % per annum is the basic floating interest rate for placing funds RUONmDS. The minimum spread, in % per annum is 0. Terms and conditions of the bank deposit agreement (term, replenishable, or special). Replenishable. The minimum amount of funds placed for one application, in monetary units, is 20,000,000,000. The maximum number of applications from one credit institution is 2. Application selection form (Open with random completion, Closed, Open with extension). Open with extension. Application selection schedule (Moscow time). Venue for the application selection. Moscow Exchange. Applications will be accepted from 10:00 to 10:20. Applications in preliminary mode will be submitted from 10:00 to 10:05. Bids in competition mode from 10:15 to 10:20. Random bidding end period (sec.): 0 Bid step: 0.1 Time step (sec.): 60.

The extension period ends at 10:30:00. The consolidated register of applications is generated from 10:30 to 11:00. The cutoff interest rate is set and/or the selection of applications is declared invalid from 10:30 to 11:10. An offer to enter into a bank deposit agreement is sent to credit institutions from 11:10 to 11:30. Acceptance of an offer to enter into a bank deposit agreement is received from credit institutions from 11:10 to 11:30. Deposit transfer time In accordance with the requirements of paragraphs 63 and 64 of the Order of the Federal Treasury dated April 27, 2023, No. 10n

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Financial news: On December 23, 2025, the Federal Treasury will hold a deposit auction of 22,025,445.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Application selection parameters;

Application selection date is 23.12.2025. Unique application selection identifier is 22,025,445. Deposit currency is rubles. Type of funds is the Unified Treasury Account. The maximum amount of funds placed on bank deposits, in monetary units is 498,000,000,000. Placement period, in days is 2. Date of depositing funds is 23.12.2025. Date of return of funds is 25.12.2025. Interest rate for placing funds (fixed or floating) is FIXED. Minimum fixed interest rate for placing funds, % per annum is 15.28. Basic floating interest rate for placing funds is Minimum spread, % per annum is Terms and conditions of concluding a bank deposit agreement (term, replenishable or special) is Term. The minimum amount of funds placed for one application, in monetary units, is 1,000,000,000. The maximum number of applications from one credit institution, pcs. 2. Application selection form (Open with random completion, Closed, Open with extension). Open with random completion. Application selection schedule (Moscow time). Venue for application selection: Moscow Exchange. Applications will be accepted from 10:00 to 10:10. Applications in preliminary mode from 10:00 to 10:05. Applications in competition mode from 10:05 to 10:10. Random trading end period (sec.): 120 Bid increment:

Time step (sec.):

Extension period end time:

Formation of a consolidated register of applications from 10:30 to 11:00. Setting the cutoff interest rate and (or) recognizing the selection of applications as unsuccessful from 10:30 to 11:10. Sending an offer to credit institutions to conclude a bank deposit agreement from 11:10 to 11:30. Receipt of acceptance of the offer to conclude a bank deposit agreement from credit institutions from 11:10 to 11:30. The time of deposit transfer in accordance with the requirements of paragraphs 63 and 64 of the Order of the Federal Treasury dated April 27, 2023 No. 10n

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Financial news: On the placement of additional issue No. 1 of exchange-traded bonds series 006P-04P of Gazprombank (JSC) on December 23, 2025.

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Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

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For bidders

We inform you that in accordance with Part I. General Part of the Rules for Conducting Trading on the Stock Market, Deposit Market, and Credit Market of PJSC Moscow Exchange MICEX-RTS and Part II. Stock Market Section of the Rules for Conducting Trading on the Stock Market, Deposit Market, and Credit Market of PJSC Moscow Exchange MICEX-RTS, approved by the decision of the Supervisory Board of PJSC Moscow Exchange on August 1, 2025 (Minutes No. 4), the following form, time, term, and procedure for the placement of series 006P-04P Gazprombank (JSC) exchange-traded bonds (Additional Issue No. 1) have been established:

Name of the Issuer Gazprombank (Joint Stock Company)
Name of the security Exchange-traded discount non-convertible non-documentary bonds series 006P-04P (Additional issue No. 1)
Identification/registration number of the issue 4B02-04-00354-B-006P dated 12/18/2025
Placement start date December 23, 2025
Trading start date December 23, 2025
Information about the placement (Trading mode, placement form) The "Placement: Addressed Orders" trading mode involves concluding transactions based on addressed orders at a fixed price (yield). (Settlement: Ruble)
Trade code RU000A10DMP5
ISIN code RU000A10DMP5
Placement price The placement price of Exchange Bonds is set at 530.00 (Five hundred thirty rubles 00 kopecks) per one Exchange Bond, which corresponds to 53% (Fifty-three) percent of the par value of the Exchange Bond.
Settlement code Z0
Underwriter Gazprombank (Joint Stock Company) (Bidder Identifier: MC0009800000, short name of the organization in the Bidding System: GPB (JSC)
Trading time on the placement start date of December 23, 2025. Trading hours: bid collection period: 10:00–13:00; bid execution period: 14:00–16:30.

After the satisfaction period ends:

Application collection and processing period: 16:45 – 18:30.

However, the submission of applications for concluding transactions is not permitted from 17:29 until information is received from the NCO NCC (JSC) about the completion of processing the report on the consolidated order of the DEPO.
Trading time for placement during the period other than the start date of placement and up to and including December 29, 2025

Time for collecting applications and concluding transactions: 10:00 – 18:30.

However, the submission of applications for concluding transactions is not permitted from 17:29 until information is received from the NCO NCC (JSC) about the completion of processing the report on the consolidated order of the DEPO.
The time of the auction for the placement is December 30, 2025.

Time for collecting applications and concluding transactions: 10:00 – 16:00.

On the basis of the issue documents, when placing securities, it is not permitted to submit applications and execute transactions on behalf of Trading Participants, as well as on behalf of Clients of Trading Participants, if such persons are associated with a foreign state included in the List of foreign states and territories committing unfriendly acts against the Russian Federation, Russian legal entities and individuals, approved by Order of the Government of the Russian Federation dated 05.03.2022 No. 430-r (as amended on the date of filing the application), or are under the control of the said persons, with the exception of controlled foreign companies in accordance with Decree of the President of the Russian Federation dated 05.03.2022 No. 95 “On the temporary procedure for fulfilling obligations to certain foreign creditors”.

Contact information for media: 7 (495) 363-3232PR@moex.com

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Georgian Railways' modernization will reduce freight transit time, says CEO of Georgian Railways

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Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Tbilisi, December 22 (Xinhua) — The launch of the Georgian railway infrastructure modernization project will significantly reduce freight transit times, Georgian Railway CEO Lasha Abashidze announced on Monday.

According to him, as part of the modernization project, new infrastructure was built on the Rikoti Pass section, which will speed up train travel and improve transportation efficiency.

"The pass is the most challenging section of the railway, where trains spend the most time. Thanks to the new infrastructure, the expansion of the train fleet from 47 to 57 units, and the increase in the permissible train weight, we will be able to transport more cargo per shipment," noted L. Abashidze.

He added that Georgian Railway plans to completely renew its locomotive fleet, abandoning the repair of outdated vehicles. According to L. Abashidze, the purchase of new modern locomotives will be the largest project in the company's history.

The CEO also announced plans to build a railway line to the port of Anaklia. "The project will be large-scale and will include the construction of tracks, a connecting line, and a freight terminal linking the railway to the port of Anaklia. Completion is planned within two to two and a half years," he noted.

L. Abashidze emphasized that reducing travel time and upgrading rolling stock will strengthen Georgian Railway's position as a strategically important partner in the Middle Corridor (Trans-Caspian International Transport Route), contributing to the development of the regional transport network and increasing logistics efficiency. –0–

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At least four people were injured in a laboratory explosion near Lyon, France, according to media reports.

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Paris, December 22 (Xinhua) — At least four people were injured in an explosion that occurred at a laboratory in eastern France on Monday, three of whom were seriously injured, local media reported.

According to BFM Lyon television, the explosion occurred at an Elkem Silicones laboratory located near Lyon in the Rhône region. Hydrogen may have been the cause.

As the prefect of the Rhône department noted on the social network X, about 100 firefighters and 30 pieces of equipment were sent to the scene, and a security zone with a radius of 1,000 meters was established.

Residents are advised to avoid the area, and there is currently no threat of toxic exposure to the public. The A7 motorway, rail, and river routes are closed in both directions.

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The 8th New Year's Fair "From Village to City" has opened in Baku.

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Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Baku, December 22 /Xinhua/ — The 8th New Year's fair "From Village to City" has recently opened in Baku, with about 80 farmers from 35 regions of Azerbaijan participating.

The fair's main goals are to support the market entry of products produced by small and medium-sized farms, provide farmers with alternative distribution channels, and provide city residents with local, high-quality, and affordable produce in anticipation of the holidays.

"Prices here are much lower than at markets and supermarkets. Because we, as farmers, offer our products directly to customers," said beekeeper Gahraman Ibragimov.

G. Ibragimov brought four types of honey to the fair, including mountain and linden, as well as citrus fruits grown in his own garden – tangerines, oranges, kiwis, and lemons.

Another fair participant, Farid Gasanov, emphasizes the exclusivity and freshness of his products. Among them are Lankaran tea, local varieties of Hashimi rice, and specialty products like apple flour and pumpkin cubes.

"The advantages of our fair are high-quality products and low prices. We bring in products specifically from the countryside, many of which are difficult to find in regular city stores," noted F. Gasanov.

The fair, organized to mark World Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day (December 31) and the New Year, will run until December 30. More than 140 types of goods are on display.

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The 19th session of the 14th NPC Standing Committee opened in Beijing.

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, December 22 (Xinhua) — The first plenary session of the 19th session of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) of China was held in the Chinese capital on Monday. The session will consider a number of bills and reports from government agencies.

The meeting was chaired by Chairman of the NPC Standing Committee Zhao Leji.

The members of parliament considered a number of bills, including the draft Environmental Code, the Promotion of Ethnic Cohesion and Progress Act, the National Development Planning Act, the Hazardous Chemicals Safety Act, the State Assets Act, the Childcare Services Act, and the Antarctic Activities and Environmental Protection Act.

Lawmakers also considered draft amendments to several laws, including the Fisheries Law of the People's Republic of China, the Civil Aviation Law of the People's Republic of China, the Common Language and Script Law of the People's Republic of China, the Foreign Trade Law of the People's Republic of China, the Banking Supervision and Regulation Law of the People's Republic of China, and the Trademark Law of the People's Republic of China.

In addition, the deputies reviewed a draft law on the interpretation of certain provisions of the Criminal Procedure Code and a draft decision on convening the 4th session of the 14th NPC.

The report on the powers of individual deputies and decisions on personnel changes were also considered.

Zhao Leji also attended the second plenary meeting of the 19th session of the 14th NPC Standing Committee on Monday, where lawmakers heard reports on a range of issues, including reports on the audit of the implementation of the Energy Conservation Law of the People's Republic of China and the Law of the People's Republic of China on Promoting the Circular Economy, as well as a report on addressing problems identified in the audit of the implementation of the central budget and other budget revenues and expenditures for 2024. –0–

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Hong Kong officially launched the "Southbound Travel for Guangdong Motor Vehicles" travel scheme.

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

HONG KONG, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) — The "Southbound Travel for Vehicles from Guangdong" scheme officially began operating from midnight Tuesday.

Under this scheme, approved private vehicle owners from Guangdong Province (in southern China) with confirmed travel bookings can enter the Hong Kong metropolitan area through the Zhuhai Port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge. Each Guangdong vehicle can remain in Hong Kong for up to three days per visit.

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December 22, 2025 The international "Conservation Embassy" program will expand to Namibia. International cooperation

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Regime change in Syria has disrupted production of the region's most widely used synthetic drug.

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December 22, 2025 Peace and security

Following regime change in Syria a year ago, the illicit production of Captagon, one of the most widely used synthetic drugs in the Middle East, has been significantly disrupted. This is according to a new analytical report from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), which contains preliminary findings from a large-scale study to be published in 2026.

Since December 2024, the new Syrian authorities have closed 15 industrial laboratories and 13 warehouses previously used for Captagon production and storage. However, the UNODC notes that production likely continues in other Middle Eastern countries. However, researchers have been unable to confirm the widespread belief that some Syrian production facilities may have been relocated to other regions, including Africa.

By the end of 2024, Captagon production in Syria reached several million tablets per day. Experts estimate that the accumulated stockpiles could sustain the illicit market for several more years, fueling regional smuggling networks.

The market is experiencing a shortage, and seizure volumes are growing

The Persian Gulf countries remain a key market for Captagon. Signs of shortages are already being reported in several countries in the region, likely due to increased anti-smuggling measures.

Since December 2024, the UNODC has confirmed at least 177 million tablets seized—approximately 30 tons—across the Arab region. The final figures may be higher as data collection continues.

At the same time, smugglers are actively seeking new routes. The report notes that transhipment and repackaging points in Western and Central Europe, as well as North Africa, are increasingly being used.

The region unites in the face of a common threat

As the threat mounts, countries in the region have stepped up cooperation, sharing intelligence, conducting joint operations, and coordinating efforts to curb illicit trafficking.

According to Bo Mathiasen, Director of Operations at the UNODC, political will and international cooperation were key factors in the record seizures in 2025. He noted that the market's expansion in previous years had divided the region, but now the need for decisive action is helping to consolidate it.

The UNODC warns that disrupting Captagon production chains could lead drug traffickers and users to switch to methamphetamine and other synthetic substances. This could accelerate the spread of new drugs in the region.

The study emphasizes that the fight against illicit drug trafficking must be combined with the development of scientifically based prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation systems. Only such a comprehensive approach will effectively counter the expansion of the synthetic drug market.

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