Moscow’s answer to Wall St. and London is relatively empty and it’s presence reflects the larger problems in Russia’s economy, according to a report by the New York Times.
Not to be confused with the capital itself, “Moscow City” is the skyscraper-filled financial center within Moscow itself.
Originally called the “Moscow International Business Center,” Moscow City was envisioned as an international center for business, entertainment, and living.
The center was built incredibly quickly during the 2000′s: 8 skyscrapers are complete, 8 more are under construction, and 2 more will be built in the future. The entire project is expected to be complete by 2018.
However, the center has two problems: it’s emptying out, and it’s not quite a financial center…….
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