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Gennady Timchenko is a name that resonates in the world of business and politics, particularly in Russia. He is an enigmatic billionaire who has made a mark with his astute business acumen and, more significantly, his close ties to the Russian government and President Vladimir Putin.  In this blog post, we will delve into the life of Gennady Timchenko, exploring his early years, the rise of his energy trading company Gunvor Group, his intricate relationship with Russian politics, and his post-Gunvor ventures.  Gennady Timchenko EARLY LIFE AND CAREER Gennady Timchenko was born on November 9th, 1952, in Leninakan, Armenian SSR, which is now known as Gyumri, Armenia. Raised in a time when the Soviet Union was still intact, his early life was shaped by the realities of that era. He pursued an education and began his career, eventually embarking on a path that would lead him to becoming a prominent figure in the Russian business landscape. His father was in the Soviet Army and serv...

This week was very busy in the world of investigative journalism, the Pandora Papers data leak caused furore amongst the whole world, and the news outlets reported in a frenzy. The 12 million files that were leaked to the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) reveals how the rich and famous are hiding their wealth in offshore accounts in tax haven paradises all around the world. They use clever accountants and various techniques to hide their identities, evade paying taxes to their own countries, and not report (sometimes criminally) acquired funds.   WHO: The Pandora Papers target a broad spectrum of people including, politically exposed people, celebrities, criminals, CEOs and owners of some of the largest companies, and some of the wealthiest people in the world. The Pandora Papers has revealed information on over 27,000 companies, and about 29,000 beneficial owners. There was information from over 330 politicians and people working in the public ...