Hear – one, to see – more

Continuing the theme for the 2018 World Cup in Russia, where we considered the possibility of using such a large-scale event to reset the relations of the countries of the European Union and Russia, I would like to analyze the economic opportunities in Moscow in preparation for this event.

As is known, Russia is under pressure of sanctions by the European Union, the United States and other countries that have a negative impact on the financing of projects such as the FIFA World Cup. Some experts believe that the Championship in 2018 can be very modest, mainly as an infrastructure. As you know, the World Cup is not only the stadiums and training fields. The World Cup is the hotels, restaurants, transport networks, fan zones, clean water, security and a large number of volunteers. If it is impossible to enter the international debt markets – to fund all of this is extremely problematic. However, reports from FIFA observers should be that all of the host city of the World Cup in 2018 with the success or otherwise cope with their obligations. Stadiums and hotels are being built, the volunteers are in place, roads are repaired, as well as new transport scheme developed.
Another important issue is security, but given the experience of the Olympic Games in Sochi and the Kremlin’s policy of total security – the World Cup in Russia should pass without any incidents. But surely it can not say no.
Turning to the financial component of the preparation for the World Cup in 2018 should be noted that Moscow is ready to go on reduction of social expenditures for the preparation for the tournament. In addition, the Kremlin’s hands played and the OPEC agreement, which led to the rise in oil prices – the main source of federal budget. Surely the extra money for oil – help prepare the budget of the World Cup.
Another important aspect of the preparation of the World Cup in Russia is the visa regime for foreign tourists during the championship. The Russian authorities are considering the abolition of visas for fans and tourists who will match tickets and hotel reservations. If this decision is made, Moscow, St. Petersburg, Sochi, Kazan, Kaliningrad and especially can not worry about the occupancy of stadiums and hotels. In spite of all the Europeans have a fear of Russia, as an interesting visit without a visa – will be an excellent opportunity for those who have heard a lot, but not seen.
Even if the political situation in the world will become even more intense World Cup in Russia will be able to at least one month to ease tension and possibly make a constructive contribution to international relations. Who knows? Perhaps this event is in Russia is more than ever the world needs in 2018.