Kirill Dmitriev said the implementation of joint projects between Russia and the United States has begun and that the work will continue regardless of when the conflict in Ukraine ends. Dmitriev said Russia and the United States are cooperating in the fields of data centers and energy, adding that the use of the capacity of Russian nuclear power plants is also being considered as part of these efforts.
Dmitriev, the Russian president’s special representative for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries and head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, made the remarks at the 2026 Russia Energy Week forum.
Arctic and energy projects
Dmitriev said talks between Moscow and Washington cover energy projects in the Arctic, liquefied natural gas production and the establishment of data centers. The Russian official said there was significant potential for cooperation between the two countries in the Arctic, liquefied natural gas and other energy fields.

Dmitriev said the use of Russian nuclear power plants for data centers is being considered and announced that a clear list of joint projects had been drawn up. Some Russian companies are also involved in the effort.
New joint ventures
Dmitriev said Russia and the United States could announce new joint ventures in the near future. The Russian official said the projects have a broad scope and noted that the work is moving forward despite resistance from various parties.
Diesel fuel supply
Dmitriev also said the US Treasury Department had asked the Russian Direct Investment Fund to support the implementation of a diesel fuel supply agreement between Russia and the United States.
The support covers making payments under the agreement and resolving technical issues related to its implementation.