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Trump flew out of Beijing: there are deals, there are no details
Trump flew out of Beijing: there are deals, there are no details
2,129 19.05
Trump has completed a three-day visit to Beijing. As a result, he announced "fantastic trade deals" and "important agreements." Xi Jinping called on Washington to implement the agreements. There are no specifics on the removal of 145% duties. The trade truce continues until October 2026.
Economy
BRICS occupied 40% of global GDP — Mishustin
1,801 18.05
Economy
Trump and Xi in Beijing: duties are frozen, there is no deal
1,532 15.05
Economy
China makes Humanoid Robots its next Export hit
2,226 12.05
Economy
Brazil has introduced a 60% tax on parcels cheaper than $50 — Shein and Temu are under attack
2,506 08.05
Economy
Alibaba, JD and other Chinese platforms are turning inward
Alibaba, JD and other Chinese platforms are turning inward
1,249 08.05
Against the background of US tariffs, the largest Chinese e-commerce platforms have launched large-scale programs to support domestic consumption. Alibaba is expanding subsidies to customers, JD is increasing logistics for the domestic market, Baidu has allowed a million companies to advertise for free through AI streams, DiDi has invested 2 billion yuan in creating local jobs. The reorientation of the largest platforms is changing the balance of power in global trade.
Economy
Pinduoduo to invest 100 billion yuan to support sellers — Temu is looking for new markets
Pinduoduo to invest 100 billion yuan to support sellers — Temu is looking for new markets
2,076 07.05
After the US lifted the de minimis exemption and imposed duties of up to 125% on Chinese exports, PDD Holdings, the parent company of Pinduoduo and Temu, announced the allocation of 100 billion yuan ($13.7 billion) to support sellers. The money will be used to help small producers shift from the American market to the domestic Chinese market and alternative destinations, including Russia and BRICS.
Economy
EAEU and India accelerate free trade talks — a chance for a major deal
EAEU and India accelerate free trade talks — a chance for a major deal
1,192 06.05
Negotiations on a free trade agreement between the EAEU and India are gaining momentum in 2026. For India, this is a diversification tool against the background of 50% of US duties. For Russia and its EAEU partners, this is potentially the largest trade agreement of the decade. While the parties are working on the technical parameters, the business can already prepare for the consequences.
Economy
Indonesia in BRICS: what does this change for trade in Southeast Asia?
Indonesia in BRICS: what does this change for trade in Southeast Asia?
815 05.05
Indonesia officially joined the BRICS in early 2025. A year later, her presence on the block begins to produce practical results. The world's fourth most populous country and the largest economy in Southeast Asia is changing the trading architecture of the bloc and opening up new routes for Russian business.
Economy
China expands industrial cooperation in BRICS — new platforms for partners
China expands industrial cooperation in BRICS — new platforms for partners
2,007 05.05
China has announced the expansion of industrial cooperation platforms with a focus on the BRICS countries. The goal is to build production chains within the block and reduce dependence on Western component suppliers. New formats of joint projects are opening up for Russian businesses working with Chinese manufacturers.
Economy
The BRICS NBR is betting on the yuan: cheap money for the Global South
The BRICS NBR is betting on the yuan: cheap money for the Global South
1,072 29.04
Economy
Can BRICS replace the petrodollar: Brazil's role
Can BRICS replace the petrodollar: Brazil's role
2,084 27.04
Economy
BRICS Grand Ball 2026: TASS presents the main cultural and business event of the jubilee year
BRICS Grand Ball 2026: TASS presents the main cultural and business event of the jubilee year
2,538 24.04
Economy
Instructions are being prepared for exporters to enter 29 friendly markets
Instructions are being prepared for exporters to enter 29 friendly markets
815 24.04
Economy
EU and Brazil accelerate launch of trade pact
EU and Brazil accelerate launch of trade pact
903 22.04
The European Union and Brazil have reached the final stage of agreeing on one of the largest trade agreements in recent years. Political signals from both sides indicate a willingness to accelerate the launch of a mechanism that will directly affect tariffs, exports, and logistics flows between regions.
Economy
Counter checks are getting tougher: courts approve requests in 4 years
1,540 20.04
In 2024-2025, courts are increasingly supporting tax authorities in counter-inspections: mass requests for documents over a long period of time are acceptable, and inspections can send requests outside the counterparty's place of registration. For businesses, this means an increased burden on the archive, EDI, and internal regulations for primary storage.
Economy
Hainan accelerated foreign trade by 32.9% in 100 days
1,497 14.04
In the first 100 days after the launch of the independent customs operations regime, Hainan showed a sharp increase in foreign trade and visa-free tourist flow. The new contour "the first line is open, the second is controlled" already affects logistics, duty free and plans for technological projects with foreign partners, including Russian directions.
Economy
Alfa-Bank has removed VAT from payments via Alfa Pay for online acquiring
1,913 14.04
Alfa-Bank has announced that transactions via Alfa Pay for online acquiring customers are no longer subject to VAT. The measure reduces the total cost of accepting online payments at a time when acquiring and related services have been subject to VAT since 2026. For online commerce, this affects marginality and the cost of tariff errors.
Economy
The Federal Tax Service has recalled the deadline for notification of controlled transactions in 2025
2,517 12.04
The Federal Tax Service reminded participants in transactions subject to transfer pricing rules: notification of controlled transactions for 2025 must be submitted no later than May 20, 2026. We are talking about transactions between related parties and those equated to them when meeting the criteria of art. 105.14 of the Tax Code of the Russian Federation.
Economy
The Federal Tax Service clarified mitigating circumstances to reduce fines
946 08.04
The Federal Tax Service has prepared a list of circumstances that will be taken into account when reducing tax penalties. The draft includes criteria about the degree of guilt, the amount of damage to the budget, voluntary cessation of violations and property status. For businesses, this is a chance to build evidence in advance and reduce the risk of maximum sanctions.
Economy
South Africa lowered fuel tax amid price shock
1,872 07.04
South Africa has made an emergency reduction in fuel taxes to soften the blow to the economy. For carriers, farmers and businesses with a high share of car insurance, this decision was an attempt to gain time during a period of price pressure.
Economy
Jet fuel prices have risen sharply in Brazil
1,165 07.04
The Brazilian air transportation market has received a massive cost blow. Rising jet fuel prices are immediately reflected in cargo aviation, urgent deliveries, and tariffs for businesses that use aviation as part of their logistics.
Economy
India extends export privileges until June 2026
773 06.04
India is extending measures to support exporters amid ongoing risks in global logistics. The decision affects the key parameters of export crediting and directly affects the working capital of companies.
Economy
India changes tone in Digital Duties Dispute
2,572 02.04
India has softened the rhetoric around the WTO moratorium on duties in digital trade. New Delhi is ready to discuss a limited extension of the regime, but maintains a tough stance on attempts to consolidate it on a permanent basis.
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How to verify a Chinese counterparty. Part 2: When the numbers diverge from reality
How to verify a Chinese counterparty. Part 2: When the numbers diverge from reality
1,907 04.06
Customs and International Trade
The Yellow River Dam as an assembly point: a report from Sanmenxia on a new stage of cooperation between Russia and China in BRICS
The Yellow River Dam as an assembly point: a report from Sanmenxia on a new stage of cooperation between Russia and China in BRICS
1,145 03.06
Customs and International Trade
Social capital as a strategic resource in the new realities of the business environment
Social capital as a strategic resource in the new realities of the business environment
1,815 30.05
Security and insurance
Payment routes through third countries: UAE, Armenia, Kazakhstan
Payment routes through third countries: UAE, Armenia, Kazakhstan
1,737 26.05
Cargo transportation
Mistakes when creating a personal fund: three cases that cost millions
Mistakes when creating a personal fund: three cases that cost millions
2,276 13.05
Seven out of ten funds suffer from the same mistakes —cost confusion, verbal agreements, and lack of a "reserve of alternatives." Three real cases of my clients: from 20 to 300 million rubles of losses. And the checklist, how not to repeat.