Who is Roman Chukov in the Epstein files?

Roman Chukov is a Russian government official and international relations expert who appears in 72 Epstein documents through direct correspondence attempting to schedule meetings between 2015-2017. At the time, Chukov was a young advisor to Russian government economic initiatives, having worked on Russia's G20 and BRICS presidencies. The documents show Epstein and his assistant Lesley Groff actively pursuing meetings with Chukov, consistent with reporting that Epstein sought to cultivate relationships with Russian officials.

What was Roman Chukov's background when he was in contact with Epstein?

During the 2015-2017 period when Epstein's documents reference him, Roman Chukov was a rising figure in Russian international economic relations. He held a PhD in political science, had worked on Russia's G20 and BRICS presidencies (2013-2015), and at age 22 had been head expert of the Moscow City Investment Agency. In 2015, he was the youngest invitee to the World Economic Forum in Davos. He later became Chair of the Board at the Centre for International Promotion Fund and an adviser to the Roscongress Foundation.

Did Roman Chukov actually meet with Jeffrey Epstein?

The documents show multiple attempts to schedule meetings, including a confirmed Skype call planned for March 28, 2017 at 11:00am, and calendar entries referencing tentative appointments. However, the released documents don't confirm whether these meetings actually occurred or reveal what was discussed if they did take place.

Who is Roman Chukov in the Epstein files?

Roman Chukov is a Russian government official and international relations expert who appears in 72 Epstein documents through direct correspondence attempting to schedule meetings between 2015-2017. At the time, Chukov was a young advisor to Russian government economic initiatives, having worked on Russia's G20 and BRICS presidencies. The documents show Epstein and his assistant Lesley Groff actively pursuing meetings with Chukov, consistent with reporting that Epstein sought to cultivate relationships with Russian officials.

What was Roman Chukov's background when he was in contact with Epstein?

During the 2015-2017 period when Epstein's documents reference him, Roman Chukov was a rising figure in Russian international economic relations. He held a PhD in political science, had worked on Russia's G20 and BRICS presidencies (2013-2015), and at age 22 had been head expert of the Moscow City Investment Agency. In 2015, he was the youngest invitee to the World Economic Forum in Davos. He later became Chair of the Board at the Centre for International Promotion Fund and an adviser to the Roscongress Foundation.

Did Roman Chukov actually meet with Jeffrey Epstein?

The documents show multiple attempts to schedule meetings, including a confirmed Skype call planned for March 28, 2017 at 11:00am, and calendar entries referencing tentative appointments. However, the released documents don't confirm whether these meetings actually occurred or reveal what was discussed if they did take place.

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Roman Chukov

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Roman Chukov, a Russian government and international relations official, appears in 72 Epstein documents primarily through personal correspondence with Epstein and his assistant Lesley Groff attempting to schedule meetings between 2015-2017.

Chukov appears predominantly in direct email exchanges attempting to coordinate meetings with Jeffrey Epstein, particularly in March 2017 when multiple emails discuss scheduling a Skype call. Calendar entries show planned meetings, including references to the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) in June 2015 and tentative dinner appointments. The correspondence suggests an active effort by Epstein to maintain contact with Chukov, though the documents don't reveal the substance of their discussions or what actually transpired during any meetings.

Key Highlights

•Multiple direct email exchanges between Chukov, Epstein, and Groff in March 2017 coordinating a Skype meeting, showing active correspondence
•Calendar entries place Chukov in St. Petersburg for the 2015 International Economic Forum, with Epstein tracking his attendance
•Correspondence spans 2015-2017, suggesting an ongoing relationship during Epstein's attempts to cultivate Russian connections
•Chukov was a young Russian government official involved in G20/BRICS presidencies and international economic forums—the kind of emerging Russian official Epstein sought to network with

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EFTA00447246.pdf

EFTA00447246

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From: ==l > To: Roman Chukov Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Thu, 16 Mar 2017 13:46:25 +0000 Hello Roman...Jeffrey wants to meet with you but your schedules do not line up

EFTA00501348.pdf

EFTA00501348

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From: Lesley Groff <a To: Roman Chukov c:Mi l> Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Tue, 14 Mar 2017 14:48:59 +0000 EFTA00501348

EFTA00285377.pdf

EFTA00285377

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00pm Appt w, 4:15pm Appt w/Ari Glass ) 5:30pm Appt w/Leon Black (for one hour) a) Tues. March 28, 2017 NY 9:00am BREAKFAST w/Ehud 11:00am SKYPE w/Roman Chukov (Skype 4:00pm Appt w/Rich Kahn 4:30pm Appt w/Paul Barrett ( Rich Kahn to join the meeting 6:45pm Michael & Kimberly Ross arrive Penn Station a)

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EFTA00285369.pdf

EFTA00285369

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3:00pm Appt w 4:15pm Appt w/Ari Glass 5:30pm Appt w/Leon Black (for one hour) a) Tues. March 28, 2017 NY 9:00am BREAKFAST w/Ehud 11:00am SKYPE w/Roman Chukov (Skype ID 4:00pm Appt w/Rich Kahn 4:30pm Appt w/Paul Barrett (-) Rich Kahn to join the meeting 6:45pm Michael & Kimberly Ross arrive Penn Station

EFTA00346724.pdf

EFTA00346724

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From: "jeffrey E." <[email protected]> To: Lesley Groff Subject: Fwd: Young global Leader - introduction Roman Chukov Date: Sat, 13 Jun 2015 21:00:40 +0000 Forwarded message From: Roman Chukov Date: Sat, Jun 13, 2015 at 3:51 PM Subject: Re: Young global Lea

EFTA00856964.pdf

EFTA00856964

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From: "Jeffrey E." <[email protected]> To: Roman Chukov Subject: Re: Young global Leader - introduction Roman Chukov Date: Fri, 15 May 2015 13:32:24 +0000 great On Fri, May 15, 2015 at 9:09 AM, Roman C

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EFTA00447571.pdf

EFTA00447571

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From: Roman Chukov To: Lesley Groff <[email protected]> Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Fri, 17 Mar 2017 01:25:30 +0000 Hi Lelsey! Just got connected after fl

EFTA00448306.pdf

EFTA00448306

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From: Lesley Groff czMI > To: Roman Chukov Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:32:40 +0000 of course ...lets do On Mar 27, 2017, at 11:25 AM, Roman Chukov <MI II> wrote:

EFTA00448295.pdf

EFTA00448295

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From: Roman Chukov To: Lesley Groff <MIMIII > Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 14:56:26 +0000 Hi Lesley! Yes, any time would work for me! Even t

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EFTA00448300.pdf

EFTA00448300

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From: Lesley Groff <Ma> To: Roman Chukov Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:20:12 +0000 May we please schedule a call for tomorrow, Tues. March 28th at 9:30am EST? Jef

EFTA00448304.pdf

EFTA00448304

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From: Lesley Groff czMIMIII > To: Roman Chukov Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:32:10 +0000 of course .. On Mar 27, 2017, at 11:25 AM, Roman Chukov <MI II> wrote: At thi

EFTA00448298.pdf

EFTA00448298

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From: Lesley Groff To: Roman Chukov <a> Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:19:19 +0000 May we please s On Mar 27, 2017, at 10:56 AM, Roman Chukov a wrote: Hi L

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EFTA00448301.pdf

EFTA00448301

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From: Roman Chukov To: Lesley Groff <MIMIII > Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:25:44 +0000 At this time I will probably still be in a meeting,

EFTA00448310.pdf

EFTA00448310

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From: Lesley Groff <Ma> To: Roman Chukov Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:36:06 +0000 Perfect! WE are confirmed_I will have him initiate the Skype ...have a great da

EFTA00448308.pdf

EFTA00448308

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From: Roman Chukov To: Lesley Groff <MIMIII > Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:35:31 +0000 Yes, that's for sure the best option!:) So talk to

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EFTA00448299.pdf

EFTA00448299

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From: Lesley Groff To: Roman Chukov Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:19:49 +0000 May we please schedule a call for tomorrow, Tues. March 28th at 9:30am EST? On

EFTA00448302.pdf

EFTA00448302

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From: Lesley Groff <a To: Roman Chukov Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:30:10 +0000 of course On Mar 27, 2017, at 11:25 AM, Roman Chukov <MI II> wrote: At this t

EFTA00448312.pdf

EFTA00448312

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From: Roman Chukov To: Lesley Groff <MINIII > Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:36:59 +0000 Thanks, you too! Roman > 27 mapTa 2017 r., B 18:3

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EFTA00447029.pdf

EFTA00447029

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arnaby Marsh, Helen Fischer; Gerry Ohrstrom and Martin Nowak 7:00pm DINNER w/Woody and Soon Yi and Barry Josephson (Soon ha 9:00pm TENTATIVE Appt w/Roman Chukov Sent from my iPhone (Bany: EFTA00447029

EFTA00285072.pdf

EFTA00285072

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une 13, 2015 LSJ Sun. June 14.2105 LSJ Mon. June 15.2015 LSJ EFTA00285075 2:00pm Phone Date w/Leon Black (a) Tues. June 16, 2015 LSJ Reminder: Roman Chukov in St. Petersburg June 16 for the Forum. SPIEF is June 18-20 Wed. lune 17, 2015 LSI-PB 10:20am Depart LSJ 12:40pm Arrive PB 4:00pm Appt w/Dr. Bar

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