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Russia is preparing an exemption from recycling when importing machinery under certain customs procedures
Russia is preparing an exemption from recycling when importing machinery under certain customs procedures
896 26.11
A bill has been submitted to the State Duma proposing to exempt a number of vehicles from scrap collection when they are placed under separate customs procedures. The amendments are aimed at eliminating legislative contradictions and supporting enterprises involved in the assembly and modernization of equipment.
Starting from March 1, 2026, Russia is changing the rules: permits for dangerous goods will become fully electronic and centralized.
Starting from March 1, 2026, Russia is changing the rules: permits for dangerous goods will become fully electronic and centralized.
1,790 26.11
Customs and International Trade
Customs duty rates will rise in 2026: thresholds and payments for imports have been updated
Customs duty rates will rise in 2026: thresholds and payments for imports have been updated
1,111 26.11
Customs and International Trade
Russia is centralizing the classification of goods: from January 1, 2026, all decisions will be made through a single federal center.
Russia is centralizing the classification of goods: from January 1, 2026, all decisions will be made through a single federal center.
891 26.11
Customs and International Trade
China has launched the Renminbi Digital system for cross-border settlements without the participation of the dollar
China has launched the Renminbi Digital system for cross-border settlements without the participation of the dollar
1,400 26.11
Currency
Ads for the sale of devices to reduce tolls for heavy trucks have been banned in Russia.
Ads for the sale of devices to reduce tolls for heavy trucks have been banned in Russia.
773 26.11
Commercial vehicles
A permanent multilateral border crossing point will be opened in the port of Mariupol.
A permanent multilateral border crossing point will be opened in the port of Mariupol.
1,756 25.11
Warehouses and cargo terminals
Delo Group of Companies is considering launching a container line between Mormugao and Novorossiysk
Delo Group of Companies is considering launching a container line between Mormugao and Novorossiysk
733 25.11
Commercial vehicles
The State Duma approved an increase in VAT to 22%: the budget will receive an additional 4.4 trillion rubles
The State Duma approved an increase in VAT to 22%: the budget will receive an additional 4.4 trillion rubles
151 24.11
The State Duma has approved an increase in VAT to 22% from 2026, while maintaining a preferential rate for socially important goods. The change will be the largest tax reform in recent years and will bring more than 4.4 trillion rubles to the budget over a three-year horizon.
Russia and Ethiopia tripled trade turnover in 2025: the key role of fertilizers and digital projects
Russia and Ethiopia tripled trade turnover in 2025: the key role of fertilizers and digital projects
2,030 14.11
Economy
Russia and China are considering investment projects worth more than $200 billion.
Russia and China are considering investment projects worth more than $200 billion.
151 12.11
Economy
Indian companies are considering localization of pharmaceutical production in Russia — Moscow Government
Indian companies are considering localization of pharmaceutical production in Russia — Moscow Government
1,085 11.11
Economy
How Ivanor and Traffic boosted sales amid the crisis: a growth strategy in numbers
How Ivanor and Traffic boosted sales amid the crisis: a growth strategy in numbers
593 02.11
Economy
The Central Bank lowered the rate to 16.5%: what does this mean for the ruble, investments and inflation
The Central Bank lowered the rate to 16.5%: what does this mean for the ruble, investments and inflation
1,088 29.10
Economy
Foresight as a breakthrough tool: HSE professor urges businesses to build the future rather than predict the past
Foresight as a breakthrough tool: HSE professor urges businesses to build the future rather than predict the past
1,070 29.10
Economy
Logistics under pressure: falling consumer demand slows down transportation and investment
Logistics under pressure: falling consumer demand slows down transportation and investment
521 28.10
Economy
Russia is preparing an exemption from recycling when importing machinery under certain customs procedures
Russia is preparing an exemption from recycling when importing machinery under certain customs procedures
896 26.11
A bill has been submitted to the State Duma proposing to exempt a number of vehicles from scrap collection when they are placed under separate customs procedures. The amendments are aimed at eliminating legislative contradictions and supporting enterprises involved in the assembly and modernization of equipment.
Starting from March 1, 2026, Russia is changing the rules: permits for dangerous goods will become fully electronic and centralized.
Starting from March 1, 2026, Russia is changing the rules: permits for dangerous goods will become fully electronic and centralized.
1,790 26.11
Customs and International Trade
Customs duty rates will rise in 2026: thresholds and payments for imports have been updated
Customs duty rates will rise in 2026: thresholds and payments for imports have been updated
1,111 26.11
Customs and International Trade
Russia is centralizing the classification of goods: from January 1, 2026, all decisions will be made through a single federal center.
Russia is centralizing the classification of goods: from January 1, 2026, all decisions will be made through a single federal center.
891 26.11
Customs and International Trade
Russia launches a system of preliminary import confirmation: security payments are introduced before the import of goods
Russia launches a system of preliminary import confirmation: security payments are introduced before the import of goods
1,583 20.11
Customs and International Trade
The Ministry of Industry and Trade introduces a mechanism for accounting for the beneficiary of a trademark to combat circumvention of duties
The Ministry of Industry and Trade introduces a mechanism for accounting for the beneficiary of a trademark to combat circumvention of duties
720 17.11
Customs and International Trade
The court confirmed that forwarding documents can be used to confirm the customs value.
The court confirmed that forwarding documents can be used to confirm the customs value.
170 17.11
Customs and International Trade
The EEC clarified what is considered an electronic trading platform for customs clearance
The EEC clarified what is considered an electronic trading platform for customs clearance
1,276 13.11
Customs and International Trade
Wildberries CEO accuses banks of "cynical attempt to destroy competitors"
Wildberries CEO accuses banks of "cynical attempt to destroy competitors"
1,010 24.11
Wildberries founder Tatiana Kim sharply criticized the proposals of banks to limit discounts on marketplaces. We are looking into why the conflict has escalated and what consequences it may have.
Banks vs. Marketplaces: Why a Discount Dispute can change the market
Banks vs. Marketplaces: Why a Discount Dispute can change the market
1,799 24.11
Marketplaces
Large-scale reforms await Russian marketplaces: refunds, commissions, and integration with government registers
Large-scale reforms await Russian marketplaces: refunds, commissions, and integration with government registers
205 17.11
Marketplaces
Ozon and Wildberries got into a dispute over the rules for providing discounts on marketplaces
Ozon and Wildberries got into a dispute over the rules for providing discounts on marketplaces
1,997 17.11
Marketplaces
Wildberries launches testing of unmanned delivery of goods in St. Petersburg
Wildberries launches testing of unmanned delivery of goods in St. Petersburg
545 12.11
Marketplaces
Ozon raises commissions for sellers amid rising costs
Ozon raises commissions for sellers amid rising costs
3,134 03.11
Marketplaces
Wildberries reduces commissions for small businesses before the holiday season
Wildberries reduces commissions for small businesses before the holiday season
2,187 03.11
Marketplaces
The court protected the family from accidental children's online purchases
The court protected the family from accidental children's online purchases
1,563 03.11
Marketplaces
India creates the rupee-denominated ARC stablecoin to protect the domestic market from dollar tokens
India creates the rupee-denominated ARC stablecoin to protect the domestic market from dollar tokens
306 25.11
India is preparing to launch a new rupee-denominated ARC stablecoin, which should reduce the market's dependence on dollar tokens and strengthen the domestic economy.
A mining farm that stole 56 million rubles worth of electricity was identified in the Kaliningrad region.
A mining farm that stole 56 million rubles worth of electricity was identified in the Kaliningrad region.
994 25.11
Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin is experiencing its worst Month in three years, with a drop of over 20%
Bitcoin is experiencing its worst Month in three years, with a drop of over 20%
1,032 24.11
Cryptocurrency
The first international blockchain conference was held in Iran: Iran aspires to become the center of the BRICS digital economy
The first international blockchain conference was held in Iran: Iran aspires to become the center of the BRICS digital economy
1,143 14.11
Cryptocurrency
The Central Bank is preparing rules for cryptocurrencies in foreign economic activity: legalization or control?
The Central Bank is preparing rules for cryptocurrencies in foreign economic activity: legalization or control?
1,296 03.11
Cryptocurrency
The analyst predicted a stormy week on the crypto market: what to expect for investors
The analyst predicted a stormy week on the crypto market: what to expect for investors
1,909 01.11
Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin broke out: the exchange rate exceeded $116,000 after a sharp drop
Bitcoin broke out: the exchange rate exceeded $116,000 after a sharp drop
1,323 01.11
Cryptocurrency
Why are Cryptocurrencies Blocked and How not to get into the risk zone
Why are Cryptocurrencies Blocked and How not to get into the risk zone
580 01.11
Cryptocurrency
The Ministry of Transport predicts an increase in the capacity of Russian ports by more than 200 million tons by 2030
The Ministry of Transport predicts an increase in the capacity of Russian ports by more than 200 million tons by 2030
131 25.11
The Ministry of Transport expects a large-scale expansion of Russian seaports: capacity growth will exceed 200 million tons by 2030, and the key driver will be the Eastern direction.
Russian Railways reaches a new record: cargo shipments with China increased to 155 million tons
Russian Railways reaches a new record: cargo shipments with China increased to 155 million tons
1,882 24.11
Cargo transportation
China has reduced the passage of trucks: Kazakhstan is faced with a transport collapse at the border
China has reduced the passage of trucks: Kazakhstan is faced with a transport collapse at the border
1,070 20.11
Cargo transportation
Logistical gap: domestic tariffs have slowed, international tariffs are breaking price records
Logistical gap: domestic tariffs have slowed, international tariffs are breaking price records
1,097 18.11
Cargo transportation
Russia and Iran are creating an integrated logistics system in the Caspian region
Russia and Iran are creating an integrated logistics system in the Caspian region
880 13.11
Cargo transportation
Arkhangelsk Seaport expands its export geography and strengthens its role in Arctic logistics
Arkhangelsk Seaport expands its export geography and strengthens its role in Arctic logistics
348 13.11
Cargo transportation
Russia and China have increased the volume of rail and road transportation
Russia and China have increased the volume of rail and road transportation
1,584 12.11
Cargo transportation
The first International Transport and Logistics Forum will be held in St. Petersburg in spring 2026.
The first International Transport and Logistics Forum will be held in St. Petersburg in spring 2026.
1,259 11.11
Cargo transportation
India, Brazil and South Africa updated the IBSA strategy and proposed to create an Alliance of Digital Innovations
India, Brazil and South Africa updated the IBSA strategy and proposed to create an Alliance of Digital Innovations
1,616 24.11
The leaders of India, Brazil and South Africa have agreed on a new IBSA priority plan and proposed the creation of a Digital Innovation Alliance that will strengthen cooperation between the three countries in the field of technology and global development.
Chinese expert: G20 summit in South Africa could be a turning point for Africa's development
Chinese expert: G20 summit in South Africa could be a turning point for Africa's development
261 20.11
Policy
Putin announced the launch of the SCO Development Bank: the organization is forming its own financial architecture
Putin announced the launch of the SCO Development Bank: the organization is forming its own financial architecture
1,429 20.11
Policy
Russia and China have agreed to strengthen cooperation within the framework of BRICS and SCO
Russia and China have agreed to strengthen cooperation within the framework of BRICS and SCO
157 14.11
Policy
Experts: Argentina's refusal to join BRICS will cost the economy 1% of GDP annually
Experts: Argentina's refusal to join BRICS will cost the economy 1% of GDP annually
1,960 14.11
Policy
Chinese diplomat: Ethiopia's joining BRICS has strengthened its influence and opens up new opportunities for the Global South
Chinese diplomat: Ethiopia's joining BRICS has strengthened its influence and opens up new opportunities for the Global South
1,868 14.11
Policy
The ASEAN Summit in Malaysia is recognized as the key event of the year for the global economy
The ASEAN Summit in Malaysia is recognized as the key event of the year for the global economy
507 11.11
Policy
A festival of Russian films was held in India in honor of National Unity Day
A festival of Russian films was held in India in honor of National Unity Day
1,365 10.11
Policy
BRICS countries launch AI Success Hub Platform to share the best AI solutions
BRICS countries launch AI Success Hub Platform to share the best AI solutions
389 25.11
The AI Success Hub is a new international platform that will allow the BRICS+ countries to share the best practical solutions in the field of artificial intelligence and develop joint technologies.
Delivertwo: meeting with Dr. Konstantin Pavlidis and talking about the future of global trade
Delivertwo: meeting with Dr. Konstantin Pavlidis and talking about the future of global trade
313 25.11
EDI and IT in Logistics
Russia launches national digital platform GosLog: a single window for all logistics
Russia launches national digital platform GosLog: a single window for all logistics
1,805 18.11
EDI and IT in Logistics
Iran has proposed to Russia a joint project on mutual recognition of electronic signatures
Iran has proposed to Russia a joint project on mutual recognition of electronic signatures
1,631 12.11
EDI and IT in Logistics
The UAE has launched a national artificial intelligence training program for all residents of the country
The UAE has launched a national artificial intelligence training program for all residents of the country
151 10.11
EDI and IT in Logistics
Yandex automates logistics and sales using artificial intelligence
Yandex automates logistics and sales using artificial intelligence
320 03.11
EDI and IT in Logistics
Optimizing e-commerce delivery: trends and solutions from the TransRussia Summit
Optimizing e-commerce delivery: trends and solutions from the TransRussia Summit
318 02.11
EDI and IT in Logistics
Russian Logistics of the future: how a sovereign infrastructure will strengthen the country's technological security
Russian Logistics of the future: how a sovereign infrastructure will strengthen the country's technological security
1,647 02.11
EDI and IT in Logistics
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The Ministry of Transport predicts an increase in the capacity of Russian ports by more than 200 million tons by 2030
131 25.11
The Ministry of Transport expects a large-scale expansion of Russian seaports: capacity growth will exceed 200 million tons by 2030, and the key driver will be the Eastern direction.
Cargo transportation
BRICS countries launch AI Success Hub Platform to share the best AI solutions
389 25.11
The AI Success Hub is a new international platform that will allow the BRICS+ countries to share the best practical solutions in the field of artificial intelligence and develop joint technologies.
EDI and IT in Logistics
Delivertwo: meeting with Dr. Konstantin Pavlidis and talking about the future of global trade
313 25.11
The article is an announcement of the Delivertwo video release dedicated to the meeting with Dr. Konstantin Pavlidis, an expert of the news portal. The report covers the discussion of the modernization of foreign economic activity, the transition to a green economy, the risks of "non-technological" companies and available artificial intelligence technologies. The material serves as an invitation to watch an upcoming video interview on the Delivertwo platform.
EDI and IT in Logistics
India creates the rupee-denominated ARC stablecoin to protect the domestic market from dollar tokens
306 25.11
India is preparing to launch a new rupee-denominated ARC stablecoin, which should reduce the market's dependence on dollar tokens and strengthen the domestic economy.
Cryptocurrency
A mining farm that stole 56 million rubles worth of electricity was identified in the Kaliningrad region.
994 25.11
Near Kaliningrad, a large mining farm was identified that used electricity bypassing the meter. The damage is estimated at 56 million rubles — the equipment has already been seized.
Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin is experiencing its worst Month in three years, with a drop of over 20%
1,032 24.11
Bitcoin is showing its worst performance in three years, losing more than 20% of its value in November. The fall affected the ETF market, altcoins, and investor sentiment.
Cryptocurrency
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Bulk carrier: What kind of ship is this and why would the global economy stop without it?
Bulk carrier: What kind of ship is this and why would the global economy stop without it?
1,474 06.11
Cargo transportation
How to check a company in the BRICS countries before starting cooperation
How to check a company in the BRICS countries before starting cooperation
1,178 23.10
Cargo transportation
How an accountant can make a payment in USDT: accounting, taxes and risks
How an accountant can make a payment in USDT: accounting, taxes and risks
1,491 18.10
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Financial calculations in foreign economic activity: why the old rules no longer work and what replaced them
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537 17.10
Customs and International Trade
Currency control for the importer: step-by-step instructions on how not to receive a fine from the bank
Currency control for the importer: step-by-step instructions on how not to receive a fine from the bank
367 05.10
Does currency control seem complicated and confusing? In fact, it's a system with clear rules. We've broken down the entire process into simple steps: when to register a contract, what documents to prepare for the bank, and how to avoid the most common mistakes that lead to blocked payments and fines. A practical checklist for any importer.
Customs and International Trade
Compliance control in foreign economic activity: how not to get under the microscope of the bank
Compliance control in foreign economic activity: how not to get under the microscope of the bank
1,498 04.10
When a bank freezes your payment abroad, the first reaction is annoyance. But it's not about quibbles, it's about a strict compliance system that protects the bank itself in the first place. We took a look at the other side and explain what your bank is really afraid of and what tokens it scans for each transaction. This is not a theory, but a practical checklist that will help you prepare documents so that the money goes away the first time.
Customs and International Trade
Factoring: how can a business receive money for an item that has not yet been paid for
Factoring: how can a business receive money for an item that has not yet been paid for
573 04.10
What to do when all the money is "frozen" in accounts receivable? We are analyzing a factoring tool that allows you to receive payment immediately after shipment. We tell you how it helps manufacturers, carriers and suppliers of marketplaces not to fall into the cash gap and have working capital here and now.
Customs and International Trade
The Foundation for AI: Why Data, People, and Goals are more important than Choosing a Strategy
The Foundation for AI: Why Data, People, and Goals are more important than Choosing a Strategy
547 18.09
The introduction of AI is not about choosing software, but about pain and wasted money. Everyone says "build or buy," but this is the last step, not the first. This article examines what underlies failed projects: massive amounts of data, weak architecture, vague goals, and a shortage of personnel. This is not a theory, but a practical checklist of readiness for real AI transformation.
EDI and IT in Logistics
How to identify a reliable logistics partner in the BRICS countries
How to identify a reliable logistics partner in the BRICS countries
787 16.09
Working with BRICS is a world of contrasts. On the one hand, China's logistics is almost perfect, on the other hand, huge distances and problems in Russia and Brazil. In such circumstances, choosing a logistics partner is not a matter of price, but a matter of the survival of your business. In this article, we look at what to really look at, how to distinguish empty promises from real guarantees, and why a simple counterparty check can save you from big problems.
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