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Roseximbank launches lending in yuan for foreign economic activity settlements
Roseximbank launches lending in yuan for foreign economic activity settlements
1,625 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
Wildberries opens export of Russian goods to China
Wildberries opens export of Russian goods to China
1,548 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 Supreme Court has given customs a new reason to charge extra
The Supreme Court has given customs a new reason to charge extra
1,996 20.05
In April 2026, the Supreme Court supported the customs position: the payment of dividends to a foreign supplier is in itself a sufficient basis for adjusting the customs value. Even if the company has provided proof of the market price. The precedent changes the rules for anyone who imports goods from affiliated foreign counterparties.
Customs and International Trade
AEO allowed to split shipments without customs
AEO allowed to split shipments without customs
1,506 18.05
Authorized economic operators were allowed to split up shipments, sort and label goods without prior approval from customs. The decision was supported by all the EAEU countries except Belarus. For AEO, this is a reduction in the operational burden. For those who have not received the status yet, this is another argument in favor of its registration.
Customs and International Trade
The Ministry of Industry and Trade wants 22% VAT on foreign parcels from 2027 — the Ministry of Finance is against a sharp jump
The Ministry of Industry and Trade wants 22% VAT on foreign parcels from 2027 — the Ministry of Finance is against a sharp jump
1,370 12.05
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has officially supported the introduction of a 22% VAT on foreign goods ordered via the Internet as early as January 1, 2027. The Ministry of Finance stands its ground: gradual growth — 7% in 2027, 14% in 2028, 22% by 2029. While the two agencies are discussing, businesses that import goods for sale through marketplaces should understand: VAT is introduced in any scenario. The only difference is the speed.
Marketplaces
Alibaba, JD and other Chinese platforms are turning inward
Alibaba, JD and other Chinese platforms are turning inward
808 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
1,420 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
FAS has blocked the new trade model of the Ministry of Industry and Trade
FAS has blocked the new trade model of the Ministry of Industry and Trade
1,234 05.05
The Federal Antimonopoly Service refused to support the new trading model developed by the Ministry of Industry and Trade. The FAS saw risks for competition in the market in the initiative. For marketplaces and importers, this means that the proposed rules of the game will not pass yet, and the final version of the regulation will be different.
Marketplaces
Working meeting on foreign economic activity: prospects for the development of mechanisms to support foreign economic activity were discussed
Working meeting on foreign economic activity: prospects for the development of mechanisms to support foreign economic activity were discussed
1,285 24.04
At the invitation of Shamil Hajiyev, head of the Foreign economic activity department for working with clients of large and medium-sized businesses of A-7, a working meeting was held on issues of interaction with financial structures, topical aspects of foreign economic activity and prospects for further interinstitutional cooperation.
Customs and International Trade
Instructions are being prepared for exporters to enter 29 friendly markets
Instructions are being prepared for exporters to enter 29 friendly markets
431 24.04
Russia is preparing a new tool for export development — the partnership standard, which should simplify the entry of companies into priority foreign markets. For businesses, this is an attempt to transfer export support from the format of general measures to a system of country-specific application instructions.
Economy
Counter checks are getting tougher: courts approve requests in 4 years
Counter checks are getting tougher: courts approve requests in 4 years
1,136 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
Russia and Azerbaijan launch conditions for e-CMR in road transportation
Russia and Azerbaijan launch conditions for e-CMR in road transportation
1,493 17.04
Russia and Azerbaijan have agreed on steps to implement the e-CMR electronic international consignment note. The action plan should simplify the regime of international road transport and support digitalization at the border. At the same time, the parties discussed the development of checkpoints and the North—South corridor
EDI and IT in Logistics
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
1,040 17.04
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
RWB has launched the WB Travel business travel service for businesses and sellers
RWB has launched the WB Travel business travel service for businesses and sellers
945 13.04
RWB is expanding the ecosystem around merchants and corporate clients: WB Travel, together with FUN&SUN, has launched a business travel service. Hotels and flights with bill payment and round-the-clock support are already available. Separate conditions for service fees and tariffs have been set for sellers.
Marketplaces
India has zeroed duties on key petrochemicals
India has zeroed duties on key petrochemicals
2,079 06.04
India is rapidly changing its customs policy in response to the instability in the supply of raw materials. The new measures are aimed at supporting industry and export industries.
Customs and International Trade
India extends export privileges until June 2026
India extends export privileges until June 2026
358 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
RWB increases digital capacity for peak loads
RWB increases digital capacity for peak loads
1,320 30.03
The united company Wildberries & Russ has commissioned its second own data processing center in the Dubna SEZ. The new facility should support the operation of the platform during peak periods and become a base for the development of services for sellers and buyers.
Marketplaces
Ozon Package: a month without tracking and insurance up to 50 thousand rubles.
Ozon Package: a month without tracking and insurance up to 50 thousand rubles.
988 20.03
The story of delivery via Ozon Parcel has again highlighted the weak point of C2C services: when a shipment is delayed, the customer is confronted with the lack of transparent tracking and support, which does not provide a clear status. A separate risk is the limitation of the declared value of 50,000 ₽, which makes expensive shipments partially unprotected.
Marketplaces
The Growth Platform will support the "Create OURS" contest
The Growth Platform will support the "Create OURS" contest
1,407 12.03
The Platform for Growth has announced support for the Create OUR Youth entrepreneurship competition. The project is aimed at developing young entrepreneurs and forming new business initiatives in the regions. Support includes expert support, educational tools, and the promotion of promising projects.
Economy
A strong ruble is supported by currency sales and budget settings
A strong ruble is supported by currency sales and budget settings
2,370 09.03
The ruble remains strong despite deteriorating external conditions: the current account surplus has decreased markedly in 2025, and oil is putting pressure on export earnings. The exchange rate is supported by large currency sales on the market and the mode of budget operations. Uncertainty is expected to increase in March due to a possible reconfiguration of the cut-off price and the volume of the regular FX supply.
Currency