**Gazprombank buys 14 Mega shopping centers in Russia** * Gazprombank has acquired 14 Mega shopping centers in Russia. * The deal includes 2.3 million square meters of retail space. * The purchase price has not been disclosed, but analysts estimate it to be between $2 and $3 billion. * The shopping centers were previously owned by Swedish company Ingka Centres, which also owns IKEA. * IKEA closed its stores in Russia in March 2022. * Gazprombank says it plans to continue operating the shopping centers under the Mega brand. **Russian government implements measures to support the economy** * The Russian government has implemented a number of measures to support the economy in the face of Western sanctions. * These measures include providing financial assistance to businesses, increasing government spending, and lowering taxes. * The government has also taken steps to stabilize the ruble and prevent inflation. * The measures have helped to stabilize the economy, but the long-term impact is still uncertain. **Russian animation studio creates new content to replace Western imports** * A Russian animation studio has created new content to replace Western imports. * The studio has developed new software to replace foreign tools that were cut off due to sanctions. * The studio is now producing new animated films and series for Russian audiences. * The new content is helping to fill the void left by Western imports. **Russian farmers get help from the government to sell their products** * The Russian government is helping farmers to sell their products by providing them with access to new markets. * The government has created a program called "Farm Island" which provides farmers with space to sell their products in shopping centers. * The government is also helping farmers to get loans and negotiate with retailers. * The program is helping farmers to increase their sales and improve their livelihoods. **Russian regions hold more fairs to support local businesses** * Russian regions are holding more fairs to support local businesses. * The fairs provide a place for farmers and other small businesses to sell their products. * The fairs are also a way for people to buy fresh, local products. * The fairs are helping to boost the local economy and support small businesses.