Will the 12th International Economic Forum in St. Petersburg succeed in making Russia more attractive for foreign investment? Jason Jarrell, Vice President of MMD Corporate and Public Affairs, shared his thoughts with RT.

Aleksandr Borisov from Moscow International Business Association gave his comments on President Medvedev's speech at the International Economic Forum in St. Petersburg.

The 12th International Economic Forum is underway in St. Petersburg. Jean-Philippe Courtois, President of Microsoft International, talks about the future prospects of Russia’s IT market.

The winner of the Global Energy Prize for his achievements in processing synthetic oil Eduard Volkov spoke to RT. “The primary cost of synthetic oil at our plant is around $US16 per barrel while the world price of oil now exceeds $US 100,” he said.

The international economic forum that is being attended by more that eight thousand delegates, is taking place in St. Petersburg. Chief of Russia in Global Affairs magazine Fyodr Lukyanov told RT his predictions for the event.

World-renowned author John Irving spoke with RT exclusively about the art and the craft of a writer, personal involvement with books you create and the importance of keeping readers in mind.