International Sponsors of War () was a publicly available list of companies and individuals maintained by the Ukrainian National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NACP) in connection with the Russo-Ukrainian War, particularly the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It had no legal standing but was nonetheless impactful. By December 2023, the list included 46 companies from 17 countries and 261 individuals who, by doing business with Russia, contribute to Russian revenues and ultimately Russian military budget in their ongoing war with Ukraine. The list is contrasted with international boycott of Russia when by 2023 more than 1000 companies withdrew or divested themselves from Russia following the invasion of Ukraine. NACP viewed the list as a reputational instrument for elements of global supply chains, aimed at reducing Russia's financial and technological capability to damage Ukraine. In September 2022 the list was included into London Stock Exchange Group's database. Some companies among International Sponsors of War are also restricted in other countries.
Inclusion on the list was arbitrary and decided by the NACP on a one to one basis. Some companies have been removed from the list, as they ceased business with Russia and condemned the war. In June 2023, media outlets also reported the removal of five Greek tanker companies from the list, however the NACP kept them as they did not publicly condemn the invasion. In March 2024, following diplomatic pressure, the list of International Sponsors of War was removed from public access by the NACP and its data were moved to the Interdepartmental Working Group on Implementation of the State Sanctions Policy (IWG).
Companies
List +NameCountryBranchNotesDateAlibaba Group Holding LimitedVariousThrough AliExpress in Russia the company provides an international platform for the sale of foreign goods.2023AuchanRetailAccording to NACP, after the invasion of Ukraine, Auchan's Russian subsidiary continued to pay taxes to the Russian budget, supply goods to the Russian military in the occupied Ukrainian territories under the guise of humanitarian aid and help Russian military offices recruit conscripts. In 2021 Auchan generated 3.2 billion euros in Russia, 10% of total revenue at Auchan Retail.2022 Barry CallebautCocoa and chocolateContinuing to operate 3 factories in Russia, paid $33 million in taxes in 2022 and their products are used in dry rations of the Russian army.2024BacardiLiquorsThe company's Russian division, Bacardi Rus', paid more than 1.2 billion rubles (more than US$12 million) in income tax to the Russian budget.2023 Bolero Group Wines Increased exports of Georgian wine to Russia and dealings with sanctioned businessmen. Owner is a Russian citizen.BonduelleFoodAlthough the company stated it suspended all investment projects in Russia and decided to dedicate all profits from sales in Russia to the future reconstruction of Ukraine, it also announced its intention to continue operation in Russia.Buzzi UnicemConstructionBuzzi Unicem operates in Russia through SLK Cement LLC which cooperates with the Russian Ministry of Defense and supplies its products to major Russian state enterprises, such as Rosneft and Rosatom.Camozzi GroupAutomative solutionsContinuing activity in occupied Crimea.China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC)OilArctic oil investment.China National Petroleum CorporationInvestment in Russia.China Railway Construction Corporation Construction Construction of Moscow Metro Bolshaya Koltsevaya line stations and Blagoveshchensk–Heihe Bridge.China State Construction Engineering CorporationIn 2021, the company's subsidiaries in Russia (Kitaystroy LLC and Chinastroy front LLC) paid 192.6 million and 8.5 million rubles in taxes, respectively. After the Russian invasion of Ukraine the company continued its cooperation with Russia.CK Birla GroupTransport technologyNBC Bearings, a brand of National Engineering Industries Limited (NEI), itself part of the CK Birla Group, became an alternative to Western suppliers on Russian market. The share of the company's imports to Russia amounted to US$12.3 million from April 2022 to March 2023.Comnav Technology Ltd.Navigation and radar equipmentThe company supplies navigation and radar equipment for the Russian GLONASS system used by Russian and Iranian-made drones in the invasion of Ukraine. From February 24 to December 30, 2022, the company made 73 deliveries to Russia.Dahua TechnologyVideo surveillance equipmentIn 2021 taxes paid by the company to the Russian budget amounted to US$1.12 million. The United States imposed export controls on Dahua chips and the Federal Communications Commission listed the company among those whose products pose a threat to national security. The United Kingdom and Australia banned their public authorities from installing Dahua surveillance cameras.DanieliIndustrial equipmentAccording to NACP, the available information suggests that Danieli cooperates, directly or indirectly, with the Russian military industry enterprises and its customers include Severstal, Evraz and Magnitogorsk Iron and Steel Works.2022 DP WorldLogisticsIn June 2023, DP World signed an agreement with the Russian state corporation Rosatom in the field of container transportation and the development of the Northern Sea Route.2023DMG Mori AktiengesellschaftMachine toolsDMG Mori Rus LLC operates a machine tool plant in Ulyanovsk, Ulyanovsk Machine Tool Plant LLC.eKassir OsaühingPayment equipmentParent company of Russian Ekassir which facilitates operations of sanctioned Russian banks (Sberbank, VTB, etc.).ESAB (Elektriska Svetsnings-Aktiebolaget) Electric weldingContinuing to operate and expand business in Russia.2024FluxysGas operatorPromoting the export of Russian LNG.2023Great Wall MotorAutomotive industryAs of 2023, Russia is the Great Wall's largest sales market outside of China. The company's declared turnover in Russia in 2021 amounted to about US$780 million.HikvisionVideo surveillance equipmentAccording to NACP, the revenue of the official Hikvision representative in Russia increased by 42% with the start of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, while net profit increased by 1526%. In the US, under John McCain National Defense Authorization Act, federal agencies are barred from buying Hikvision equipment and from entering into official relationships with companies and organizations that use its cameras. In the European Union and Australia, usage of Hikvision cameras in official premises is banned.Japan Tobacco InternationalTobacco industryWith a market share of 34.9%, JTI is regarded as the leader of the tobacco market in Russia. According to NACP, JTI contributed at least US$3.6 billion directly to the Russian budget.Kerui GroupOil and gas equipmentAfter Russian invasion of Ukraine, Kerui's shipments to Russia increased 8.5 times. In the fall of 2022, the official representative of Kerui in Russia, Rus-KR LLC, and Gazprom signed a cooperation and strategic partnership agreement.KnaufBuilding materialsThe German company actively promotes mobilisation in Russia by sending its employees to the war against Ukraine. Leroy MerlinHome improvementAccording to NACP, Leroy Merlin Vostok, the company's enterprise in Russia, provides a high revenue part of the Russian budget and is a significant source of income for the Russian government.2022Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR)Ship registrationProviding flags for Russian ships.2023Mars Inc.Multinational confectionery, pet food, and other food productsContinues to operate in Russia.Metro AGRetail The company partnered with Russian Sberbank. The company's sales in Russia grew to 2.9 billion euro in the fiscal year 2021/2022.Mondelēz International, Inc.FoodAccording to NACP, in 2022 Mondelēz paid more than US$61 million in taxes to the Russian budget.NestléFood processingNestle is represented in the Russian Federation through Nestle Russia LLC. The company paid more than US$25 million in profit taxes as of 2021. In April 2023, the management of Nestlé Russia LLC asked the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation to take the necessary measures to restrict public access to the results of operations and financial statements of the company's subsidiaries.OpenWay GroupPayment servicesAfter the Russian annexation of Crimea in 2014, when Visa Inc. and Mastercard ceased operating in Russian banks of the region, OpenWay Group was engaged to develop an alternative payment system called Mir.2022PepsiCoMultinational food, snack, and beverage corporationContinues to operate in Russia.2023Philip Morris InternationalTobacco industryThe market share of Philip Morris International brands in Russia amounted to 30.1% in 2019. The total amount of income tax paid by Philip Morris International to the Russian budget in 2022 amounted to US$206 million. Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Philip Morris announced its intention to sell its Russian business and exit the market, but has not done so.Procter & GambleCosmeticsThe company has two factories operating in Russia – the Gillette razor manufacturing plant in Saint Petersburg and a toiletries manufacturing plant in Tula Oblast.Rockwool InternationalInsulationSelling products to the Russian Ministry of Defence for use on warships.SLBEnergy servicesIn the first half of 2022, the Russian market amounted to US$1.21 billion or 6% of the company's turnover. According to NACP, the company is also facilitating the issuance of conscription notices and is banning remote work for Russians who avoid military draft. In March 2024, it was reported that SLB has no intentions of withdrawing from Russia, despite western pressure to reduce financial support to the Kremlin's war efforts. Shandong Odes Industry Co., Ltd. All-terrain vehicles Supplying the Russian army and paying $0.8m taxes in Russia.SinopecOil and gasPaying taxes in Russia.Şişecam GroupChemicals and glassThe company remains the largest exporter in its field to Russia.SpinnerMachine toolsFrom 24 February 2022 to 31 June 2023, almost US$15 million worth of SPINNER machines and components were imported to Russia.Subway Fast food Continuing to operate over 500 restaurants in Russia through Subway Russia Service Company, headquartered in St. Petersburg.Фастфуд, який дійсно вбиває: НАЗК внесло Subway до переліку міжнародних спонсорів війни , National Agency on Corruption Prevention, 10.01.20242024UnileverConsumer packaged goodsIn 2022, Unilever Rus LLC paid approximately US$50 million in taxes to the Russian budget, while its factories in Omsk, Yekaterinburg, Saint Petersburg, and Tula continued to operate. However, Unilever's new CEO, Hein Schumacher announced on the company's website, that Unilever had finalized the sale of its Russian business to the Arnest Group; a Russian manufacturer of perfume, cosmetics, and household products on 10 October 2024. The sale included all of Unilever's business in Russia, including four factories, and its business in Belarus.
Hein Schumacher has now been replaced with Fernando Fernandez as of March 20252023 Vičiūnai Group Food products Continues to operate its Kaliningrad factory and recruit staff despite initially stating that the company would withdraw from Russia.2024Xiaomi CorporationConsumer electronicsThe company paid to the Russian budget US$2.5 million in taxes. In the third quarter of 2022 the company increased supplies to Russia by 39% compared to the previous quarter.2023Yves RocherCosmeticsIn 2022 Yves Rocher paid about US$6 million in taxes to the Russian budget. NACP regards Yves Rocher as "one of the most famous Western companies that refused to boycott Russia".Zhejiang Geely Holding GroupAutomotive industryIn 2022, Geely Motors LLC paid over US$51.4 million in taxes to the Russian government. As of May 2023, official Geely dealers were represented in 89 Russian cities.
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