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A British businessman and politician with more than 15 years’ experience in the oil & gas and renewable energy sectors.

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Bloomberg Thursday 17 October, 2019

Outlook for New Electricity Links With Europe

In an interview with Bloomberg Alexander Temerko explained benefits of the interconnectors between France and the UK

Les Echos Monday 16 September, 2019

Brexit without agreement, a folly for the United Kingdom...

...but the country should remain part of the Internal Energy Market whatever its outcome.

Huffington Post Wednesday 11 September, 2019

Tories Have Become A 'Religious Sect' Under 'Archbishop' Dominic Cummings

Alexander Temerko criticises the Government for no-deal Brexit and calls the Conservative Party to return to centre-ground

The Guardian Monday 2 September, 2019

UK energy price fears as electricity imports climb to record high

Alexander Temerko and National Grid warn that no-deal Brexit can lead to a sharp increase in energy prices and risks disrupting cross-border energy trade

The Telegraph Wednesday 14 August, 2019

Brexit in a blaze of no-deal glory would leave the climate, consumers and Conservatives worse off

UK continuous membership in the Internal Energy Market should be a priority in any deal with the EU.

Press Release Wednesday 24 July, 2019

Statement on the results of the Conservative Leadership election and appointment of Boris Johnson as a Prime Minister of the UK

Huffington Post Thursday 4 July, 2019

Johnson And Hunt: A Choice Between Populism And Professionalism

The party should not turn to the ‘fun blond guy’ as its next leader.

ConservativeHome Monday 24 June, 2019

Without a softer Brexit, the Conservatives will be destroyed.

Jeremy Hunt is a candidate with the best programme and authority to be the next Prime Minister

Sky News Friday 14 June, 2019

Alexander Temerko announces his support for Jeremy Hunt to be the next leader of the Conservative Party

Press Release Friday 14 June, 2019

Alexander Temerko supports Jeremy Hunt to become the next leader of the Conservative Party

...and the next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

The Telegraph Friday 14 June, 2019

Top Tory donor backs Jeremy Hunt for PM

To take Britain out of the European Union "at any cost" by the end of October is a "hard red line"

Le Monde Wednesday 29 May, 2019

The most sensible solution for London would be to stop the Brexit process

Alexander Temerko calls to the UK government to stop the Brexit process and to support the French proposals for reform of the European Union.

The Times Tuesday 23 April, 2019

Brexit: Angry Tory donors back MPs against May

Conservative Party donors should support MPs directly instead of supporting uncertain government policies on Brexit

Institute of Economic Affairs Tuesday 16 April, 2019

The Brexit litmus test: too many politicians, not enough statesmen

Brexit requires time, leadership and ultimately a close trade and political relationship with the European neighbours for the benefit of the future generations.

The Telegraph and Express Monday 28 January, 2019

Conservative donors refuse to hand over cash over Theresa May's leadership and Brexit policy

Mr. Temerko expressed his support for Art. 50 extension and to prepare for the new election as a solution to Brexit roadblock

Reuters Wednesday 12 December, 2018

New Prime Minister will be good for business

Mrs May has exhausted all her options and her staying in power is just creating more uncertainty for our economy

The Telegraph Thursday 15 November, 2018

Engineering boss Temerko urges parts quota for offshore wind

Alexander Temerko and Michael Fallon MP call for support of British content in the energy projects

ConservativeHome Monday 5 November, 2018

The relationship between business and government has never been as meaningless as under May

The key to a good Brexit is empowering UK entrepreneurs to talk to their European counterparts and become ambassadors for Downing Street’s plan.

The Times Monday 22 October, 2018

Election better than no deal Brexit, top donor Alexander Temerko tells No 10

City A.M. Wednesday 17 October, 2018

It’s time for Theresa May to use her secret Brexit weapon: business

Alexander Temerko calls for businesses to support the Chequers plan, the only deal on the table. And urges the PM to work closely with the business community if she wants its successful implementation.

Politico Monday 8 October, 2018

Backlash against Jeremy Hunt’s Red October

UK foreign secretary faces blistering criticism for comparing the EU and Soviet Union.

INFO Magazine Friday 5 October, 2018

Interview with INFO Magazine

The Independent Friday 5 October, 2018

Alexander Temerko has warned that he will push for an election if the government seeks a no-deal Brexit

The Guardian Saturday 30 June, 2018

Cabinet anarchy as Chequers summit looms

Alexander argues for the UK to remain in the European Internal Electricity Market

ConservativeHome Monday 5 March, 2018

Why Williamson is right to seek higher defence spending...

...and modernise British army. Army agenda should be included in the next Conservative manifesto

Financial Times Tuesday 16 January, 2018

Our friends electric: interconnection and Brexit

Alexander Temerko pushes for regulatory certainty for power interconnectors between the UK and the continent

Press Release Saturday 30 December, 2017

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

BBC News Friday 27 October, 2017

Tories must seek new leader now, says donor Alexander Temerko

We should support Theresa May as "caretaker" Prime Minister and give her opportunity to finish Brexit negotiation, but at the same time need to start radical Party reform.

Conservative Home Monday 16 October, 2017

The Conservative Party needs reform from top to bottom

Conservative Party Conference this year demonstrated there is a clear need and urgency for structural reform of the Party.

Press Release Monday 9 October, 2017

On the results of the Conservative Party Conference 2017

We need to support our Prime Minister, as long as one important condition is met...

Daily Mail Friday 16 June, 2017

Alexander Temerko demands Theresa May to overhaul the Tory agenda to slash tuition fees

Tories would lose again without young voters. We need to slash tuition fees to win them back.

Huffington Post Thursday 16 March, 2017

Theresa May’s Industrial Team Focus On New UK-France Electricity Connection

In turbulent political times it is important for governments not to neglect the needs of the infrastructure business, and to allow vital energy and industrial projects to continue.

Huffington Post Tuesday 31 January, 2017

Theresa May Is The Bridge Between Donald And Xi Jinping In Post-Brexit Future

Theresa May needs to be tough with Trump, and be ready to grasp a historic opportunity for Britain.

Financial Times Wednesday 25 January, 2017

Goodbye military intervention, hello economic warfare

Alexander Temerko discusses Trump's future Sino-US relations, Russian involvement and how the UK can benefit from raising tensions between the two nations.

Press Release Wednesday 21 December, 2016

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

I would like to wish you and your family all a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

ConservativeHome Monday 5 December, 2016

Alexander Temerko: A wake-up call for Clark

Alexander Temerko supports Prime Minister in her industrial revolution initiative. However he fears that bureaucrats, such as Greg Clark cannot implement it and likely will endanger it all together.

BBC Wednesday 5 October, 2016

Conservative Party should bring business representatives into government departments

Alexander Temerko also welcomed initiative for further cooperation between workers and employer.

Financial Times Friday 2 September, 2016

Tory donor urges rethink on 'chaotic' energy policy

Interview with Alexander Temerko about UK's energy policy and involvement of energy experts in defining its long-term strategy

Conservative Home Thursday 11 August, 2016

Out go Cameron’s clip-voiced Etonians. In comes McLoughlin, Tory working class hero

Alexander Temerko supports Patrick McLoughlin as the Conservative Party Chairman and the new Prime Minister's team.

Press Release Thursday 11 August, 2016

Our walk along the Hadrian's Wall

This August, together with my friends, we walked part of the great British heritage, which is the Hadrian’s Wall.

BBC News Wednesday 20 July, 2016

Boris Johnson will be great PM, says Tory donor Alexander Temerko

Boris Johnson will become a "great prime minister" in the mould of Winston Churchill, one of the Tory party's biggest donors has told the BBC.

Press Release Tuesday 12 July, 2016

Alexander Temerko statement on Theresa May becoming the next Prime Minister

I congratulate Theresa May in becoming the next Prime Minister, but selection process for Conservative Party Leader needs reform

The Telegraph Tuesday 5 July, 2016

The Tories should put national unity first and save the EU from disaster

Alexander Temerko regrets that Boris Johnson decided against running for the Conservative Party Leadership and calls to prevent Michael Gove and his cronies from winning the election.

Press Release Tuesday 21 June, 2016

'We need to think about a new Chancellor': Tory donor Temerko

George Osborne has lost the trust of business leaders because of the way he has manipulated economic data...

CNBC Friday 17 June, 2016

George Osborne: Horseman of the Apocalypse or Don Quixote?

Does Osborne's long-term economic plan even exits?

Press Release Tuesday 7 June, 2016

Mr. Temerko supported special issue of the Russian Mind magazine

The issue is fully dedicated to Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II

Financial Times Sunday 15 May, 2016

Supporters of a feeble and unreformed EU are acting as Putin’s fifth column

European Union is unable to defend itself against Russia

Guardian Thursday 24 March, 2016

Boris Johnson is the best hope for the Tories – and for Britain

We disagree over Europe, but only the London mayor has the pro-business instincts and global vision to unite the party and the country

New Statesman Monday 14 March, 2016

George Osborne’s stock has fallen, but it’s too soon to write off his leadership hopes

Alexander Temerko supports Boris Johnson in the leadership contest with George Osborne

BBC Radio 4 Sunday 24 January, 2016

The World This Weekend

Comment on Russia's current state of affairs

The Daily Telegraph Thursday 7 January, 2016

Big Tory donor will back Boris Johnson to beat George Osborne in Conservative leadership race

Alexander Temerko favours the Mayor of London over the Chancellor

The Times Tuesday 29 December, 2015

I’d help Boris to beat Osborne, says big donor

A leading Conservative donor has warned that the party risks losing the next election if it chooses George Osborne as its leader.

The Times Wednesday 2 December, 2015

Alexander Temerko called for a stop to the bullying of the Conservative Party

and supported its chairman Andrew Feldman, as well as payed the tribute the friends and family of Elliot Johnson

Business Insider Monday 23 November, 2015

One of the Tories' biggest donors told us why Boris Johnson should be the next prime minister

Boris Johnson is a man of global vision and is pro-business

Business Insider Thursday 19 November, 2015

Britain has to raise taxes to 70% and stop funding the NHS if it wants to phase out coal power

Alexander Temerko discusses the UK's new energy policies

Press Release Monday 9 November, 2015

Alexander Temerko attends CBI annual conference

Financial Times Friday 6 November, 2015

Light at the end of the tunnel: resettle Syrian refugees in Ukraine

How to mitigate the refugee crisis and help Ukraine

Press Release Tuesday 27 October, 2015

Alexander Temerko attends UK-China business summit

The Guardian Monday 12 October, 2015

Putin's Syria strikes are a long-term play for higher oil prices

How the Russian president’s real aims are securing both energy markets and his reputation back home

Bloomberg Monday 5 October, 2015

Osborne Not Good Enough to Succeed Cameron, Donor Temerko Says

George Osborne doesn’t understand business. Boris is a driver. He can build a team.

Huffington Post Thursday 1 October, 2015

Amber Rudd Must Stand Up for British Industry and Consumers

It's time for urgent action from the government to wake up to these market forces and what they mean for British consumers, British firms and British industry.

Daily Mail Thursday 1 October, 2015

Tory donor's broadside over Redcar

Tory donor slams Government over Redcar closure claiming energy ministers wasted opportunities and blamed EU red tape

Total Politics Tuesday 22 September, 2015

The US must help Europe to get refugees home

It is time for the Obama administration to prove it can do more than overthrow totalitarian regimes.

Financial Times Wednesday 26 August, 2015

Arming Ukraine – it’s time for action

Europe must face down its fear of Russia and develop a unified strategy to confront the threats of Putin’s regime.

Huffington Post Monday 24 August, 2015

Big Business Society: The Antidote to Corbynomics

Jeremy Corbyn's leftist views are a threat to the country and only business can save the UK from a slide to socialism.

Conservative Home Wednesday 19 August, 2015

The next big job for Boris should be securing our future energy supply

He has the experience at managing major projects which the sector so desperately needs

The Telegraph Monday 20 July, 2015

The National Grid must change to stop a new dark age

Ministers must break up the Soviet-style National Grid in order to save Britain from an energy crunch

City A.M. Thursday 16 July, 2015

The voters aren’t stupid: David Cameron must hold his In/Out EU referendum now

David Cameron should hold the referendum first and base the negotiation with EU on its results

The Guardian Wednesday 15 July, 2015

National Grid accused of 'failing Britain' by overseeing capacity drop

Alexander Temerko calls for network to be broken up, saying it has neglected to invest in future proofing nation’s power supply

Press Release Tuesday 23 June, 2015

Alexander Temerko reappointed vice-President of the CLWCA

Upstream Friday 12 June, 2015

Comeback kid from the East

Oil industry veteran Alexander Temerko fled from Russia amid the Kremlin’s attacks on Yukos. Now with OGN Group, he is increasingly influential in the world of politics.

Press Release Friday 8 May, 2015

Congratulations and Thank You

A statement from Alexander Temerko after the Conservative Party’s election victory.

Press Release Thursday 7 May, 2015

Vote Conservative

Alexander Temerko encourages to vote for the Conservative Party.

The Times Thursday 30 April, 2015

‘Zombie’ campaign is relying too much on Cameron, says donor

The Conservative campaign is overorchestrated and zombie-like, a party donor says today.

Yarm School Newsletter Friday 24 April, 2015

Alexander Temerko visits Yarm School

Alexander Temerko payed a visit to Yarm School, where he told the students about his work in Russia and the UK.

Press Release Tuesday 14 April, 2015

Alexander Temerko attended a launch of the Conservative Manifesto

Alexander Temerko, together with senior Conservative politicians and Party supporters, attended a launch of a new Conservative Election Manifesto in Swindon.

The Guardian Wednesday 11 March, 2015

Britain should arm Ukraine

Former Ukrainian businessman argues that Cameron and Obama should send weapons and ammunition to support the government in Kiev.

The Financial Times Thursday 26 February, 2015

North Sea oil: That sinking feeling

The UK industry faced challenges before prices halved. Now it fears a fatal blow.

Press Release Thursday 12 February, 2015

OGN Group Welcome Secretary of State for Transport to the North East

OGN Group welcomed Secretary of State for Transport, the Rt Hon Patrick McLoughlin MP, for a tour of its facility to highlight the North East’s capabilities.

The Journal Thursday 12 February, 2015

OGN director reveals HS2 supply chain ambitions

Tyneside firm OGN has called for Government support as it bids to bring work on the UK’s high speed rail project to the North East.

The Financial Times Friday 6 February, 2015

Ukraine donor mixes business with politics in northeast England

Tory supporter wants to build vision for a coherent industrial policy within government.

Press Release Friday 30 January, 2015

Drink reception with Conservative candidates and MPs

Alexander Temerko hosted a drink reception with MPs and Conservative candidates at Carlton Club.

The Journal Monday 17 November, 2014

Business interview: Alexander Temerko of OGN

From Russian coups to running one of the North East's top companies - the incredible journey of Alexander Temerko.

The Journal Thursday 13 November, 2014

Alexander Temerko delivers business insights at Square One Law

Square One Law hosted a dinner for key figures in the region's energy sector, where the special guest wasbusinessman Alexander Temerko.

Conservative Home Tuesday 14 October, 2014

Conventional gas. Interconnectors. More nuclear. How to join the UK energy security dots

Alexander Temerko on the energy mix in the UK.

Press Release Monday 13 October, 2014

Alexander Temerko supporting Lord Bates walk for Friedensdorf International

Press Release Wednesday 1 October, 2014

Prime Minister Acknowledges Manufacturing Growth

David Cameron today made a rousing speech to close the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham.

The Huffington Post Thursday 18 September, 2014

What a Yes Vote Would Mean for Investment in the North Sea

Alexander Temerko on the Scottish referendum and the consequences of a 'Yes' vote for the North Sea.

The Independent Friday 12 September, 2014

Fear over Russian gas switch-off sees EU states stockpile supplies

For the first time ever, Europe’s collective storage tanks are almost full.

Portsmouth News Wednesday 3 September, 2014

‘Power cables not threat to South Downs’

A Ukrainian-born oligarch has moved to reassure green campaigners he has no plans to dig up the South Downs to pipe electriciry to the UK.

The Guardian Monday 1 September, 2014

Oil industrialist accuses BP of neglecting North Sea

Alexander Temerko of OGN says BP has lost interest in home market.

The Guardian Thursday 14 August, 2014

Tory party receives donation from firm that got wind turbine grant

The Conservatives have been given £140,000 by a company that won a grant to build a wind turbine factory.

The Guardian Thursday 3 July, 2014

Tory ball where ministers and City's richest mingled

Guest list reveals international who's who of Cameroonian power but documents reveal strenuous efforts to keep bash low-key

Press Release Wednesday 28 May, 2014

Letter from Alexander Temerko to Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko

Letter from Alexander Temerko to Petro Poroshenko, soon after Mr Poroshenko’s victory in the Ukrainian Presidential Elections in May 2014.

The Guardian Friday 23 May, 2014

Chocolate tycoon heads for landslide victory in Ukraine election

Petro Poroshenko has faced down protesters and rivals to lead the opinion polls before the first round of voting on Sunday.

Bloomberg Monday 28 April, 2014

Putin Confidant Sechin Targeted as US Sanctions Russian Elite

Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin, ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, is considered to be one of Russia’s most powerful men.

Newsweek Wednesday 26 March, 2014

Russia’s Velvet Invasion

Outside the Ukrainian Institute on London’s Holland Park Avenue stands a bronze statue of St. Volodymyr, Ukraine’s 10th century grand prince of Kiev...

Bloomberg Thursday 30 January, 2014

Echoing Soviet Era, Putin Uses Oil Giant Rosneft to Tighten Economic Grip

Igor Sechin, Rosneft, BP, Cuba, Venezuela, and a vision of Soviet-era state capitalism for the 21st century.

The Daily Mail Thursday 23 January, 2014

Revealed: The £43m paid by elite group of donors for access to top Tories

An elite Tory dining club has given more than £43 million to the party.

The Telegraph Thursday 23 January, 2014

£43 million given to Conservatives by members of exclusive Cameron dining club

Members of a dining club with access to David Cameron have given £43 million to the Conservatives in two years.

The Financial Times Thursday 19 December, 2013

Vladimir Putin vows to pardon Mikhail Khodorkovsky

Vladimir Putin announced on Thursday he would pardon Mikhail Khodorkovsky after more than a decade behind bars.

The Independent Sunday 22 September, 2013

Whatever happened to climate change?

Despite the overwhelming consensus among scientists, the media are letting politicians off the hook.

The Independent Thursday 19 September, 2013

Tory donor slams government over 'seriously misleading' green stance

A key Conservative party donor has reportedly berated the government for failing to support green energy.

The Guardian Thursday 19 September, 2013

UK green energy sector employs 18,000 people, report shows

The UK's wind, wave and tidal energy sector employs more than 18,000 according to a report.

The Independent Wednesday 18 September, 2013

Tory donor knocks wind out of Coalition green energy ‘sales’

One of the Conservative party’s biggest donors has launched an unprecedented attack on George Osborne, David Cameron and Ed Davey.

The Independant Wednesday 18 September, 2013

Tilting at windmills: Even Tory supporters want Mr Osborne to go green

Until Alexander Temerko added his voice to the grumbling, public complaints had come almost exclusively from green groups.

The Guardian Wednesday 14 August, 2013

Tory party receives donation from firm that got wind turbine grant

The Conservatives have been given almost £140,000 by a company that won a grant to build a wind turbine factory.

The Times Wednesday 14 August, 2013

Big parties face crisis as support bases evaporate

The future of Labour and the Conservatives as mass-membership political parties is increasingly unclear.

The Telegraph Tuesday 13 August, 2013

Wind farm firm that won £4.5m is a major donor to Tories

Offshore Group Newcastle will be given money from the Business Department’s Regional Growth Fund.

The Financial Times Saturday 23 March, 2013

Exiled oligarch Berezovsky found dead

Boris Berezovsky, the exiled Russian tycoon once known as the "Godfather of the Kremlin", has been found dead at his home in the UK.

The Times Saturday 11 February, 2012

The oligarch who stood up to Putin

Once Russia’s richest man, Mikhail Khodorkovsky has now spent nine years in jail. But is it all part of a grand plan to oust Putin?

The Financial Times Tuesday 20 September, 2011

European court faults Russia over Yukos

The European Court of Human Rights has criticised Russia over its handling of the back-tax claims that led to the break-up of Yukos.

The Financial Times Sunday 14 November, 2010

Judge to begin verdict in Khodorkovsky case

When Viktor Danilkin delivers his verdict on the trial of Mikhail Khodorkovsky, his words will be examined for signs of freedom wafting into the Russian legal system.

The Financial Times Friday 24 October, 2008

Close to the wind: Russia’s oligarchs

Oleg Deripaska had reason to be in ebullient form as the sun washed the grey steel hull and white aluminium superstructure of his yacht.

The New York Times Friday 27 June, 2008

Russian Politicians See Russophobia in Arcelor's Decision to Go With Mittal Steel

Aleksei Mordashov lost the battle for Arcelor for one reason, Russian politicians say: Russophobia.

The Wall Street Journal Wednesday 11 June, 2008

Secretive Associate of Putin Emerges As Czar of Russian Oil Trading

Gennady Timchenko, the world's biggest independent trader of Russian oil, says he's too busy to see Vladimir Putin.

The Financial Times Thursday 20 December, 2007

The man who wants to buy back Russia

Oleg Shvartsman, a fund manager, claims he is a hero of Russia's new times.

The Financial Times Saturday 8 December, 2007

The resourceful oligarch

When Roman Abramovich invested in Highland Gold this week the interesting thing was not the deal's size.

The Financial Times Wednesday 29 August, 2007

Russian oil tycoon missing as arrest is ordered

A Moscow court sanctioned the arrest yesterday of Mikhail Gutseriyev, the beleaguered owner of the oil company Russneft.

The Financial Times Monday 20 August, 2007

Nest of deals triggers ownership questions

The mystery surrounding the buyer of Yukos's last big asset last week brought the curtain down with a final bizarre flourish.

The New York Times Tuesday 10 July, 2007

Russian court hands victory to PricewaterhouseCoopers in tax evasion case

A Russian appeals court on Tuesday ordered a new round of hearings into charges against PricewaterhouseCoopers.

The Financial Times Monday 2 July, 2007

Rosneft buys Yukos’s Moscow HQ

State-run Rosneft said on Monday it had acquired Yukos's Moscow headquarters and other assets for an undisclosed amount.

The Financial Times Monday 25 June, 2007

Yukos chiefs lied to us, claims PwC

PwC is claiming the management of the now bankrupt Yukos oil group lied about related party transactions via its main oil trading companies.

The Financial Times Friday 18 May, 2007

Mystery of Yukos auction winner

A mystery bidder called Monte Valle won a fourth auction for assets belonging to the bankrupt Yukos oil group.

The Financial Times Monday 14 May, 2007

On the offensive: How Gunvor rose to the top of Russian oil trading

In an office on the edge of Geneva’s banking district, about 40 men and women are quietly selling Russian crude...

The New York Times Friday 11 May, 2007

Yukos Headquarters Is Bought for $3.9 Billion

A mystery bidder beat Rosneft in a fiercely fought auction today for assets of bankrupt oil firm Yukos, including its head office.

The Financial Times Wednesday 2 May, 2007

Rosneft poised for more Yukos assets

Rosneft looks set to become Russia's biggest oil company after a bankruptcy auction on Thursday in which it is expected to snap up the largest remaining portion of Yukos assets.

The Guardian Sunday 8 April, 2007

How Russia and its allies will be able to turn up

The gathering of Russia, Iran and other major international gas producers tomorrow in Qatar is an ominous one for the UK and other European countries.

The Financial Times Saturday 10 February, 2007

Yukos carve-up draws interest from Chevron

Chevron has said it is interested in buying assets held by Yukos, a Russian bankruptcy official said yesterday.

The Financial Times Tuesday 6 February, 2007

Khodorkovsky faces fresh charges

Russian prosecutors charged Mikhail Khodorkovsky,the jailed Yukos tycoon, with money-laundering and embezzlement yesterday.

Wall Street Journal Thursday 1 February, 2007

Russia Buyers Beware

In their enthusiasm for Russian stocks many Western investors seem to believe that with a few improvements these companies be just like any other.

The New York Times Sunday 20 August, 2006

Out of Siberia, a Russian Way to Wealth

Mr Deripaska wove his own empire from factories and mines that had been privatized individually by forcing out weaker owners.

The Telegraph Sunday 25 June, 2006

Rosneft float could be reversed, oligarch warns

The assets of Rosneft belong to the Russian people and could be seized by a future Russian government, according to Alexander Temerko, the former vice president of Yukos.

The Financial Times Friday 13 January, 2006

True nature of the bet Rosneft wants investors to make

Letter to the FT from Alexander Temerko ahead of the flotation of Rosneft.

The Telegraph Saturday 24 December, 2005

Ex-Yukos chief can stay in Britain

A former top executive in Russian oil giant Yukos will not be extradited, a judge ruled yesterday.

BBC News Friday 23 December, 2005

No extradition for Yukos official

A court in London has ruled that the former vice-president of oil giant Yukos cannot be extradited to Russia.

The Financial Times Friday 23 December, 2005

Judge refuses to extradite Russian former oil chief

A former senior executive of Yukos cannot be extradited to Russia because the case is politically motivated, a judge ruled on Friday.

The Times Friday 23 December, 2005

British judge snubs Russia’s ‘political’ extradition request

A British court today refused to extradite a former Vice President of the Yukos oil company.

Alexander Temerko

Alexander Temerko is a prominent member of the Conservative Party. He is actively engaged in the work of local associations in London and the North East. He is a vocal supporter of the unity of the United Kingdom and of British membership of the EU…

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