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Malaysia in BRICS: Digital economy and a new channel for trade

Malaysia in BRICS: Digital economy and a new channel for trade

The Director General of the National Security Council of Malaysia stated: "The BRICS countries have huge potential in the digital economy to strengthen trade." Malaysia has been a BRICS partner since 2025, strategically located in the center of ASEAN and one of the world's largest manufacturers of electronics and semiconductor components. For Russian business, the Malaysian direction opens a new settlement and logistics channel to Southeast Asia.

Economy

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

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

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

WB, Ozon and Avito gave sellers the right to refuse shares

WB, Ozon and Avito gave sellers the right to refuse shares

Wildberries & Russ, Ozon and Avito have officially secured the right of sellers to refuse marketing promotions without the risk of receiving sanctions from the platform. The change was made amid massive complaints to the Federal Antimonopoly Service. Prior to this, the rejection of "automatic promotions" actually deprived the card of positions in the search. Now you can't. But at the same time, marketplaces have switched to a new strategy: they lower prices at their own expense, killing sell

Marketplaces

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Asia —Middle East Freight Breaks Records at Brent $111

Asia —Middle East Freight Breaks Records at Brent $111

Sea freight rates on routes from Asia to the Middle East have reached record levels. Brent crude oil is above $111 per barrel. Shipowners include increased War Risk Premium military insurance in their tariffs. Part of the fleet goes on detour routes. Importers whose supply chains run through the Persian Gulf are already counting losses.

Cargo transportation

The Caspian Sea has become a working alternative to Hormuz

The Caspian Sea has become a working alternative to Hormuz

While the Strait of Hormuz remained unstable, cargo flows began to move more actively to the Caspian route. Astrakhan — Enzeli, Aktau — Baku, ferry lines across the closed sea without access to the Persian Gulf. The route is not new, but the crisis around Hormuz has made it a working, rather than a backup scheme.

Cargo transportation

Iran has opened Hormuz to Chinese ships: what about the routes

Iran has opened Hormuz to Chinese ships: what about the routes

Iran began to allow part of the Chinese ships through the Strait of Hormuz, the Iranian Fars news agency reported on May 15. Trump lifted the two-day blockade of the strait after the first round of talks with Xi Jinping. About 20% of the world's oil and LNG supplies pass through Hormuz. For cargo carriers and importers whose routes are linked to the Persian Gulf, this is a pause in the most acute episode of the crisis.

Cargo transportation

Eurasian logistics accelerates departure from sea routes

Eurasian logistics accelerates departure from sea routes

International logistics continues to be rapidly rebuilt. Businesses are increasingly transferring cargo to overland routes across Eurasia, reducing their dependence on congested sea routes and unstable transit zones.

Cargo transportation

Yandex Market has reset the storage of seasonal goods — until July 31, for free

Yandex Market has reset the storage of seasonal goods — until July 31, for free

Starting from May 1, Yandex Market stores seasonal goods of three categories in its warehouses for free: sports and hiking equipment, and goods for cottages and gardens — until July 31. From June 1, school supplies will join the program: stationery, satchels, pencil cases and creative goods — until August 31. The storage fee is already included in the price of the accommodation.

Marketplaces

Freight from South Asia to Europe increased by 105%: Hormuz changes everything

Freight from South Asia to Europe increased by 105%: Hormuz changes everything

Spot rates of sea freight from South Asia to Europe increased by 105% due to the crisis in the Persian Gulf. Xeneta warns: Insurance restrictions on routes remain in place, and capacity restoration will take 1-2 months. For importers from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, this is a direct blow to the economy of each shipment.

Cargo transportation

Illiquid has become more expensive: now it hits the logistics of the entire range

Illiquid has become more expensive: now it hits the logistics of the entire range

Illiquid can no longer be "stretched out" for months in the hope of reaching zero. The poor distribution of sales by individual items begins to affect the logistical conditions of the entire catalog and reduces the liquidity of locomotive products. Therefore, a decision on a category C position should be made earlier — during the downturn of the season or when profitability drops by 20%.

Marketplaces

ANO "Center for International Business Seasons" took part in the presentation of the Business Development Corporation and the KRB Business Club in Moscow

ANO "Center for International Business Seasons" took part in the presentation of the Business Development Corporation and the KRB Business Club in Moscow

On April 16, 2026, a presentation of the Business Development Corporation and the KRB Business Club, a new professional environment for entrepreneurs focused on business development, support and scaling, took place at Alfa-Bank JSC in Moscow.

Marketplaces

Diesel threatens citrus export season in South Africa

Diesel threatens citrus export season in South Africa

South African citrus exports enter the season under pressure from the fuel factor. For the market, this is a story about cost, supply stability, and the vulnerability of agricultural statistics to diesel disruptions.

Cargo transportation

Ozon updated the contract and search: where sellers lose margin unnoticed

Ozon updated the contract and search: where sellers lose margin unnoticed

During the week of March 16-22, Ozon updated three zones that affect money at once: the terms of the contract (effective March 18), logistics and repackaging in warehouses, as well as the "What affects the place in search" tool. This is not "about the interface", but about the cost of processing, the risks of disputed goods, and understanding why the card is sagging in issuance.

Marketplaces

Yandex Market: guides of the week about payouts and prices that protect margins

Yandex Market: guides of the week about payouts and prices that protect margins

During the week of March 16-22, fresh guides were published in the official materials for Yandex.Market sellers, which cover typical store management issues: how to properly launch a launch, how to set up payments, how to select a product and calculate the price. This is not “about the tariff”, but these are the checklists that directly affect the turnover, margin and quality of purchases before seasonal deliveries.

Marketplaces

Russia—Vietnam: Delo Group and VIMC set their sights on the sea and infrastructure

Russia—Vietnam: Delo Group and VIMC set their sights on the sea and infrastructure

The Russian transport and logistics holding and Vietnam's largest logistics state corporation have agreed to work together on maritime transportation between the two countries. The agreement includes the organization of cargo delivery, possible infrastructure projects in Vietnam and the expansion of the range of services on the international market.

Cargo transportation

"Chinese Business Seasons 2026" in Moscow: business discussed calculations, logistics and projects within the framework of the "One Belt, One Road" initiative

"Chinese Business Seasons 2026" in Moscow: business discussed calculations, logistics and projects within the framework of the "One Belt, One Road" initiative

On March 25, 2026, a private business meeting "Chinese Business Seasons 2026" was held at the Greenwood Business Park, dedicated to practical cooperation between Russian and Chinese businesses and joint work in the logic of the One Belt— One Road initiative.

Customs and International Trade

FESCO launches service to Jeddah: new hub for Middle East routes

FESCO launches service to Jeddah: new hub for Middle East routes

For the first time, FESCO performed a direct ship call to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia's largest port on the Red Sea. For cargo owners, this expands the configuration of routes to the Middle East and provides an additional foothold against the background of instability in the Strait of Hormuz.

Cargo transportation

Articles

Why does a financial services business lose money, customers, and control without IT solutions?

Why does a financial services business lose money, customers, and control without IT solutions?

The financial sector is currently undergoing one of the largest transformations in recent decades. Customers expect instant transactions, transparent terms and seamless digital service. Regulators strengthen control. Competition is growing not only between banks, but also from fintech companies, marketplaces, and ecosystems.

EDI and IT in Logistics