17-19 September 2006, in the Radisson SAS Slavyanskaya Hotel, the 21st International Aluminium Conference was held. Olga Cherkasova, head of VFBS? Tax department made a presentation on General Russian Taxation overview. During the presentation Olga gave essential information on Russian legislation, Potentially applicable taxes and tax regimes. The 2006 conference gave delegates from around the world the chance to meet with their counterparts from this vast and rapidly evolving aluminium producing region. It discovered change and challenge in Russia and the CIS as a whole, and put this in the global context. Delegates had the opportunity to visit some of the country?s key aluminium-producing operations. 2 days Conference included: ? Leading industry players shared their market knowledge and expertised ? An informative exhibition ? browse the latest industry innovations in products and services ? Abundant networking opportunities ? the receptions and lunches provided the perfect atmosphere for doing business with over 500 delegates ? Visits to local operations ? field trips offered unique practical opportunities to see some of Russia?s plants ? Exciting social programme ? allowed all the delegates to make the most of their time in Moscow To get detailed information on the Conference and other events of the industry please refer to www.metalbulletin.com. To get General Russian Taxation overview presentation, please, contact Olga Cherkasova on ocherkasova@vfbs.ru.