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Russia is stepping up the launch of the Chennai–Vladivostok sea corridor, which is supposed to connect the east coast of India with the Far East and give businesses a shorter logistical trajectory. The route is estimated to be able to reduce transit time to 24 days versus 40+ on longer chains. Diplomats call the project strategic and rely on deepening cooperation with South India, the country's industrial and export core.

Russia and China are taking a new step towards expanding humanitarian and tourist ties: from December 2025, Chinese citizens will be able to cross the Russian border without a visa. Already in the early days, the decree led to an increase in the number of tourists at the Far Eastern checkpoints. It is expected that the simplification of entry will significantly increase the flow of travelers and strengthen cooperation between the two countries.

TRANSIT is strengthening its position in temperature logistics by introducing new solutions for the transportation of perishable goods and expanding the geography of routes in the Far East and Asia.

FESCO is strengthening its position in the Far East by taking over the Kamchatka Seaport and shipping Company. This is a step towards creating a powerful logistics cluster for the northern and coastal regions of Russia.

The ports of the Far East retain their leadership in terms of cargo transshipment costs. Why this particular region remains the most expensive for exporters is discussed in the article.

Vladivostok has become the epicenter of international economic dialogue — the tenth anniversary Eastern Economic Forum was officially opened at the Far Eastern Federal University. The four-day event will bring together government officials, the business community, and experts from more than 70 countries.