Geopolitics in optics?

Global government sanctions placed on Russia in the wake of its invasion of Ukraine have been swift and strong, and a crucial part of the strategy of de-escalating tensions between the two countries.

As violence intensifies, more and more companies are severing ties with Russia, be they through sporting sponsorship, exports, manufacturing and even live music. And we’re not talking about taking a few bottles of vodka off the shelves of an off license. Earlier this week, Shell cited Russia’s ‘senseless act of military aggression’ as the reason for ending partnerships with Gazprom and its involvement with the $3bn Nord Stream 2 project.