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Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –
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Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin chaired a regular meeting of the organizing committee for the preparation and holding of the 2026 International Economic Forum "Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum." The meeting was attended by the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan, Deputy Chairman of the Forum Organizing Committee Rustam Minnikhanov, representatives of federal ministries and agencies, and other members of the organizing committee.
"This is the fourth time that KazanForum will be held as a federal-level event. The forum has already proven its effectiveness as a unique platform for strengthening multilateral economic and humanitarian cooperation between Russia and the countries of the Islamic world. Our priority, in line with the objectives of the national project 'Infrastructure for Life,' will be increasing non-energy exports, as well as financing and developing tourism. The forum program is almost complete. We have agreed to hold several meetings of intergovernmental commissions on its sidelines and are launching an invitation campaign this year. Our shared goal is to organize the 2026 event at the highest level, making it even more meaningful and productive for businesses, regions, and the state. KazanForum attracts more and more participants each year, and it is a valuable tool for export growth and the economies of our countries," said Marat Khusnullin.
The meeting participants discussed in detail the progress of preparations for the forum, which will be held in Kazan in May 2026. The main business program events are scheduled for May 14–15. During the meeting, interim results were reviewed in all key areas: the development of the business program and exhibition display, organizational, transportation, medical support, security, and the cultural and sports program.
"We see growing interest from our domestic and international colleagues in the Kazan platform, which is designed to serve as a venue for meeting, dialogue, and cooperation between our country and the Islamic world. Half of the Republic of Tatarstan's total trade turnover with foreign countries is with countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. In the first nine months of this year, it exceeded $5.1 billion. In 2026, KazanForum will be held as part of a significant event: Kazan's status as the cultural capital of the Islamic world. This underscores the city's importance as a center of Islamic culture and heritage, as well as its role in intercultural dialogue. We highly appreciate the contribution of all partners, agencies, and federal executive bodies that submitted their proposals for the forum's business program. I am confident that, through our joint efforts, the upcoming KazanForum will be organized to a high and distinguished standard," noted Rustam Minnikhanov, Head of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Anton Kobyakov, Advisor to the President of Russia and Executive Secretary of the Organizing Committee, announced that the 2026 International Economic Forum "Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum" will be held under the motto "From Points on the Map to Points of Growth: Combining Technological and Financial Initiatives." He stated that cooperation in these areas is of strategic importance for strengthening Russia's partnership with Islamic countries and transforming individual projects into sustainable centers of economic growth.
"The value of the KazanForum discussion platform lies in creating opportunities to transform geopolitical ties into sustainable economic growth points, ensuring expanded trade and access to new markets in the face of global challenges. The forum's business program is aimed at developing concrete solutions and fostering long-term partnerships in key areas of cooperation, including facilitating the implementation of Russian President Vladimir Putin's instructions to increase non-energy exports to diversify the country's economy," emphasized Anton Kobyakov.
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