Gazprom refuses to prop up Russian budget with more dividends

Russian gas giant’s ability to generate cash for government is wiped out by low exports to Europe and return of gas prices to Ukraine pre-war levels

Screen call: Russian President Vladimir Putin (right) listens to Gazprom executive chairman during a teleconference call.
Screen call: Russian President Vladimir Putin (right) listens to Gazprom executive chairman during a teleconference call.Photo: AP/SCANPIX
Published 24 May 2023, 15:39Updated 24 May 2023, 16:25