The Association of European Businesses — AEB (est.1995) is the main representation of foreign investors in Russia. It is an independent non-profit organisation representing over 520 companies from Europe, Russia and other countries. Our members range from large multi-national corporations to SMEs. They are united by their commitment to forging stronger economic ties between the EU and Russia as well as improving the investment climate in Russia. The AEB conducts lobbying activities through 65 committees, sub-committees and working groups, representing various industries and sectors, including Energy, Customs & Transport, Airlines, Legal, Taxation, Crop Protection, Banking, etc. The committees work closely with the European and Russian authorities. The AEB also offers information support to the European business community through its website, social networks and publications, press campaigns, surveys, legislative and business alerts.