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China is developing space computing and moving towards independence from Western chips by 2028

China has announced the launch of an orbital computing systems program, which processes data directly on spacecraft without transmitting it to Earth. The direction is included in the new five-year technological plan. At the same time, the semiconductor localization program is accelerating: the goal is independence from Western components by 2028. For Russian importers of electronics, this means the emergence of new categories of Chinese components in the medium term.

EDI and IT in Logistics

The Trans-Caspian route bypassing Russia: China invests constantly, not temporarily

922 12.06

Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TMTM) — China via Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, by ferry across the Caspian Sea to Baku, then through Azerbaijan and Turkey to Europe, ceases to be a crisis alternative and becomes a constant competitor to Russian transit. China continues to invest in the infrastructure of the route. Savings on logistics — up to 20% compared to the northern corridor through Russia.

Cargo transportation

China adapts electric cars to -40°C: first models in autumn

1,198 03.06

BYD, SAIC and Geely have officially started adapting their electric vehicles to Russian climatic conditions. Key changes: reinforced batteries for operation at -40°C, heat pumps, battery heating. This is a direct response to the main complaint of Russian dealers. The first adapted models will appear on the market in the third quarter of 2026.

Commercial vehicles

SPIEF 2026 opens: 6.5 trillion rubles of deals, BRICS on the agenda

1,672 03.06

On June 3, the XXIX St. Petersburg International Economic Forum opened in St. Petersburg. Topic: "Pragmatic dialogue is the way to a stable future." The program includes BRICS, SCO forums, business dialogues with China, India, the United Arab Emirates, and the EAEU–ASEAN. The guest country is Saudi Arabia. The expected volume of transactions is 6.5 trillion rubles. The tax cooperation of the BRICS countries is allocated in a separate block of the program.

Economy

Wildberries has opened exports to China: how to get into the first wave

914 02.06

After the announcement at Ecomday in Hangzhou on May 19, Wildberries published the first conditions for Russian sellers planning to enter the Chinese market through a B2B platform. Priority categories at the start: natural cosmetics, children's toys, confectionery. The platform takes care of logistics and customs clearance. Applications are accepted through your personal account — right now, while competition for pilot seats is minimal.

Marketplaces

KAMAZ crossed the border with China: the first unmanned flight took place

2,030 01.06

On May 28, KAMAZ performed the first ever cross—border cargo transportation without a driver – over the Blagoveshchensk-Heihe Bridge across the Amur River to China. Deputy Minister of Transport Dmitry Zverev said at the Kazanforum: this is no longer an experiment — regular transportation. The flight was presented to the Presidents of the two countries. By that time, 101 unmanned KAMAZ trucks were cruising along the roads of Russia.

Cargo transportation

On July 16-17, Moscow will host the conference "Three Keys to China: Calculations, Chains, Relationships"

504 30.05

The payment was sent to China, but less money was credited to the supplier's account. We found a supplier, and it turned out to be an intermediary. We signed a contract and faced a cargo delay at the border. Each of these situations is typical for Russian businesses working with China. It is these issues and the ways out of them that will be discussed at the practical conference that the Russian-Chinese Chamber is holding in Moscow this summer.

Customs and International Trade

China is building a railway to the Caspian Sea, bypassing Russia: minus 20% on logistics

323 28.05

China is investing in the construction of a railway corridor through Central Asia to the Caspian Sea, bypassing Russian territory. Route: China — Kazakhstan — Turkmenistan — Azerbaijan — Turkey — Europe. It is estimated that it reduces logistics costs by 20% compared to the northern corridor through Russia. This is a direct competition to Russian transit — and at the same time a new infrastructure for transportation to the east.

Cargo transportation

Russia expands CIPS: direct settlements with China without SWIFT

888 28.05

Russia is expanding its connection to CIPS, the Chinese interbank settlement system. A number of Russian second-tier banks have gained direct access to CIPS, bypassing correspondent chains through third countries. This reduces transaction costs, shortens deadlines, and reduces dependence on intermediaries in settlements with China. For companies trading with China, the practical expansion of operational payment channels.

Cryptocurrency

Roseximbank launches lending in yuan for foreign economic activity settlements

1,691 28.05

Roseximbank presented a comprehensive product for foreign economic activity settlements: lending in yuan, multicurrency settlement accounts in currencies of friendly countries, and support for foreign trade contracts. The product is aimed at companies trading with China, the EAEU countries and the Global South. For importers with a high proportion of Chinese supplies, it is an alternative to an expensive ruble loan with currency risks.

Currency

The Federal Customs Service of Russia and China are working on digital data exchange

734 23.05

After signing a memorandum between the Federal Customs Service of Russia and the General Customs Administration of the People's Republic of China on the sidelines of Putin's visit, the agency is working on mechanisms for digital data exchange with the Chinese side. Vladimir Ivin, Deputy Head of the Federal Customs Service, presented the direction for CIPR-2026. The integration of the two countries' systems is the next step towards speeding up customs clearance after the personnel memorandum.

EDI and IT in Logistics

Power of Siberia - 2: contracts at the finish line, route agreed

807 22.05

Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said that Russian and Chinese companies have reached the final stage of agreeing on specific contracts for the Power of Siberia-2. The route has been determined, and political decisions have been made at the leadership level. Kremlin spokesman Peskov confirmed that an understanding on key parameters has been reached, and a result is expected in the near future. On May 21, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced China's readiness to strengthen cooperation on t

Policy

Wildberries opens export of Russian goods to China

1,899 22.05

Wildberries (RWB Group) has launched testing of a new direction — the export of Russian-made goods to China. The pilot was announced at the Ecomday 2026 international conference in Hangzhou. The new mechanism will allow Chinese companies to purchase Russian goods in bulk through a B2B platform with logistics and customs support from Wildberries.

Marketplaces

The Federal Customs Service of Russia and China have agreed on customs cooperation

2,137 22.05

On the sidelines of Putin's visit to Beijing, Valery Pikalev, head of the Federal Customs Service of Russia, and Sun Meijun, head of the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China, signed a memorandum of cooperation in the field of personnel training. At the same time, the parties discussed simplification of customs procedures for priority goods. The memorandum is not the final document, but the beginning of a systematic interaction between the two services.

Customs and International Trade

China's economy stalled in April: investment minus 1.6%

1,476 20.05

China's April statistics came out worse than expected. Investments in fixed assets fell by 1.6% in January–April. Retail sales and industrial production slowed. Export growth has stopped offsetting the weakness in domestic demand. Goldman Sachs and Capital Economics record a loss of momentum after a strong first quarter.

Economy

Putin to sign 40 agreements in China: energy and transport

546 20.05

On May 19-20, Putin arrives in China on an official visit. About 40 documents are ready for signing — energy, transport, industry, and the nuclear industry. The delegation includes five deputy prime ministers, eight ministers, heads of the Central Bank and major state corporations. The visit is timed to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the Russian-Chinese Treaty on Good Neighborliness.

Economy

Trump flew out of Beijing: there are deals, there are no details

1,830 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

China has lifted duties for 53 African countries: what is changing

1,811 15.05

Xi Jinping announced that starting from May 1, 2026, China will cancel duties on goods from 53 African countries. One of the biggest trade reversals in Africa in recent years. For Russian businesses working with African markets or building routes through China, this is an important context: the configuration of trade flows is changing.

Customs and International Trade

China makes Humanoid Robots its next Export hit

1,982 12.05

In the 15th five-year plan, China has consolidated its course towards leadership in the production of humanoid robots. By 2030, the country plans to increase its global share from 15% to 16.5%. Unlike competitors from the United States and Japan, China relies on speed and mass appeal rather than technological superiority. The domestic market is a testing ground for global expansion.

Economy

Shipments from Chinese marketplaces to Russia increased 3.6 times to $1.8 billion per quarter.

1,834 08.05

In the first quarter of 2026, shipments of goods from Chinese marketplaces to Russia increased 3.6 times, from $500 million to $1.8 billion year—on-year. The total trade turnover between Russia and China increased by 14.8% to $61 billion over the same period. The Russian market has become one of the main destinations for Chinese online platforms.

Customs and International Trade

Articles

The Yellow River Dam as an assembly point: a report from Sanmenxia on a new stage of cooperation between Russia and China in BRICS

463 03.06

Customs and International Trade

Payment routes through third countries: UAE, Armenia, Kazakhstan

576 26.05

Three years ago, the question "how to pay a supplier to China or Europe" was solved with a single call to the bank. Today it is a separate logistical task with its own routes, interchanges and detours. Direct SWIFT transfers to many countries either fail or hang for weeks without explanation. Businesses are looking for alternatives, and they are there. One of the most effective tools today is routing payments through third countries: the UAE, Armenia, and Kazakhstan.

Cargo transportation

Why cargo may be delayed between the BRICS countries and how to avoid it

1,208 13.01

Shipping cargo from China to Russia is just the beginning. The real quest is to get it on time and without losses. Why can't Chinese banks skip your payment? What should I do if the customs decided to open each box in the rain? And why doesn't even insurance always save you from losses? This article examines the real, rather than theoretical, reasons why supply disruptions have become the norm, and what can be done about it in practice.

Cargo transportation

How to open a representative office of a logistics company in China

2,900 24.12

Do you want to open a branch in China? Before investing money, figure out the main thing: do you need intelligence or a full-fledged business? This article provides an honest analysis of the real bureaucracy, deadlines and costs of opening a representative office in China. Only practical experience that will help you avoid very expensive mistakes.

Logistics, cargo

Educational exchanges as the foundation of business interaction

2,880 23.12

The new year 2026 has been declared the year of education for the Russian Federation and China. Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping have agreed to hold cross-years of education in 2026-2027. Russia and China have long been developing relations in energy, trade, innovation, and culture; now the focus is shifting to education.

EDI and IT in Logistics

How to check a company in the BRICS countries before starting cooperation

2,251 23.10

Finding a partner in China is easy. It's harder to make sure he doesn't disappear with your cargo or send you a thimble-sized hat. The problem is that the Chinese and I have a different understanding of "good" and "bad." This article is a practical guide to checking Chinese counterparties, based on real—world experience, not theory.

Cargo transportation

How to identify a reliable logistics partner in the BRICS countries

1,582 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.

Cargo transportation

Payments to China: why direct payments don't work and how to actually pay

2,295 31.08

Do you think that payments in yuan have solved all the problems with payments to China? It's an illusion. Large Chinese banks are still afraid of secondary sanctions, and compliance for Russian companies has become prohibitive. This article provides an honest analysis of why direct transfers do not work, and why working through a payment agent is the most reliable payment method today.

Customs and International Trade

How logistics works between Russia and China

3,736 21.07

China is a special world with its own unique culture, language and mentality. Before discussing logistics, it is important to learn how to conduct a dialogue, what to negotiate and in what manner, and what specifics to consider when concluding transactions. Only after completing this important path can you proceed to choosing the appropriate delivery methods.

Logistics, cargo

How does multimodal delivery between Russia and Asia work?

2,434 14.07

We understand how multimodal transportation from Asia works. Discover routes through China, the North-South corridor, and the complexities faced by modern logistics.

Cargo transportation