Andrey Kozyrev was Foreign Minister of Russia under President Boris Yeltsin from 1991-96. Andrey stood by Yeltsin against the hard-line coup and flew to Paris to set up a government in exile when the plotters had not failed within a few days. He later took part in the December 1991... Read more
Andrey Kozyrev was Foreign Minister of Russia under President Boris Yeltsin from 1991-96.
Andrey stood by Yeltsin against the hard-line coup and flew to Paris to set up a government in exile when the plotters had not failed within a few days. He later took part in the December 1991 meeting of the leaders of Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine, where the decision to dissolve the Soviet Union was taken. He was appointed as the first Foreign Minister of the new Russia. He pursued a policy of equal co-operation with the newly independent states freed from Soviet domination; a strategic partnership with the US and other western countries; and good-neighbour relations with China, South Korea, and Japan.
In the autumn of 1995, as oligarchy was taking over and Russian foreign policy was turning back to a more conservative course, he was under pressure and criticised as “pro-Western” by some, including Yeltsin. Andrey successfully ran in elections for the northern city of Murmansk and for the next four years represented it in the new Russian Parliament. He left his post of Foreign Minister and this time a public campaign for liberal democracy and alliance with the West fell on deaf ears, and he abandoned politics with the end of his Duma mandate.
Since finishing his political career, he has entered business both as an entrepreneur and as a board member of several international and Russian companies. He is currently chairman of the boards of ITB Bank, Orange Russia, and Swedish/Swiss investment fund 11 Invest.
Andrey’s combination of unique political and business experience allows him to speak on subjects like Russian politics and economics, the opportunities and risks of investing in Russia, and regional and global issues.
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You can book Andrey Kozyrev through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Andrey's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Andrey Kozyrev's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Andrey tailored to your event.
Andrey Kozyrev speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Andrey to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Andrey Kozyrev for events worldwide, subject to Andrey's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Andrey Kozyrev is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Andrey can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Andrey Kozyrev on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Andrey can offer.
Andrey Kozyrev delivers keynotes in Russian. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Andrey Kozyrev's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Andrey's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Andrey Kozyrev can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of Andrey's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Andrey Kozyrev is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Andrey Kozyrev, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Andrey's current availability for your dates.