The Anti-Corruption Foundation has published an investigation into assets and companies linked to relatives of Sergei Kiriyenko, first deputy chief of staff of the Russian presidential administration.
FBK focuses on Viktor Aistov, Kiriyenko’s nephew, and Alexander Tabunshchikov, the husband of his sister. The two relatives hold stakes in several companies, including businesses in the Nizhny Novgorod region.
Investigators highlight a company called Shafran, which belongs to Aistov. According to FBK, some of its employees also work directly for Kiriyenko’s family, including managing his estate outside Moscow and serving as drivers for family members. FBK considers this one indication that structures formally owned by relatives are closely connected to the interests of the official’s family.
FBK also found that Novye Proekty, a company owned by Aistov and Tabunshchikov, acquired around 8% of HeadHunter. Investigators estimate the stake to be worth about 10 billion rubles.
The foundation also links Kiriyenko’s political role to the development of VK, which is headed by his son Vladimir. Established corporate and family ties, however, should be distinguished from the broader conclusion of the investigation that government decisions are made specifically to enrich Kiriyenko’s family.