Moscow topped over 30 national rankings of Russian cities and regions in 2025.

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Based on the results of 2025, Moscow took first place or entered the top group in more than 30 national rankings and studies, once again confirming its high level of economic development, investment attractiveness, quality of life for city residents, and the effectiveness of urban governance. This was reported by Maria Bagreeva, Deputy Mayor of Moscow, Head of the Department of Economic Policy and City Development.

"One of the Moscow Government's top priorities is improving the quality of life for its residents. The Russian capital confidently maintains its position as the country's leader in this indicator, as evidenced by its top spots in the Agency for Strategic Initiatives' national quality of life rankings and RIA Rating ratings. Moscow's success in this area is also reflected in the Ministry of Construction, Housing, and Utilities' urban environment ratings, the RIA Rating road infrastructure development ratings, and the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation's quality of life index, all of which the capital also ranks among the leaders," noted Maria Bagreeva.

Moscow is the most economically stable region in Russia. The city tops the RIA Rating agency's socioeconomic status ranking of Russian regions and is among the leaders in the Expert RA regional economic health ranking. Furthermore, the capital ranks first in the labor market ranking, which assesses, among other things, employment levels, working conditions, and labor market capacity, and maintains the lowest unemployment rate in the country.

Moscow's credit rating has demonstrated the city's economic resilience.

Moscow's financial stability is confirmed by the highest credit ratings from leading Russian credit and rating agencies, such as the Analytical Credit Rating Agency and Expert RA. Furthermore, the Russian Ministry of Finance has classified the capital as a region with a high level of public financial management, further underscoring the balanced nature of its budget policy.

In 2025, Moscow was once again recognized as the region with the best investment climate in the country. For the seventh consecutive year, the city took first place in the National Investment Climate Rating and also became a leader in public-private partnership development, according to the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation. The capital also received the highest ratings for investment attractiveness from leading rating agencies, including the National Rating Agency and Expert RA.

Sustainable development remains a key priority for Moscow

The Technopolis Moscow special economic zone (SEZ) plays a significant role in these achievements. It is recognized as the most investment-attractive among technology-innovation SEZs, as well as the most sustainable SEZ in Russia in terms of ESG criteria, according to ratings by the Association of Clusters, Technology Parks, and SEZs of Russia and the Russian Ministry of Economic Development.

Moscow continues to maintain its status as the undisputed center of scientific, technological, and innovative development in the country. The city has taken first place in several national rankings assessing the scientific, technological potential and innovative activity of regions, including those of the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education, RIA Rating, and the National Research University Higher School of Economics. Moscow's high position in these rankings is due, in part, to the active implementation of digital and innovative solutions in city management. Moscow maintains its leadership in digital transformation: in 2025, the capital topped the Russian Ministry of Construction's "IQ Cities" urban digitalization index for the seventh consecutive year, scoring a maximum of 260 points.

Moscow tops the IQ Cities ranking for the seventh time.

In a number of areas, such as the level of development of the urban environment, economy, and technology, Moscow maintains a high standard not only on a national scale, but also among the world's largest megacities.

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A Vladimir Etush Street will appear in western Moscow.

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In memory of theater and film actor, theater teacher, World War II veteran, and People's Artist of the USSR Vladimir Etush (1922–2019), an unnamed street and road network located in the Ramenki district has been renamed Vladimir Etush Street. The new street runs between Lobachevsky and Vasily Lanovoy Streets, near building 116 on Lobachevsky Street. The corresponding resolution was signed at a meeting of the Presidium of the Moscow Government.

Vladimir Etush Street will become part of the film district in Ramenki, 11 of whose streets already bear the names of famous Russian directors and actors: Alexei Batalov, Vasily Lanovoy, Sergei Bondarchuk, Oleg Tabakov, Anatoly Papanov, Yevgeny Yevstigneyev, Faina Ranevskaya, Leonid Gaidai, Oleg Yankovsky, Innokenty Smoktunovsky, and Andrei Mironov.

Vladimir Etush was born in Moscow on May 6, 1922. With the outbreak of the Great Patriotic War in 1941, he volunteered for the front, fought in the mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria, participated in the liberation of Rostov-on-Don and cities of the Ukrainian SSR, and was awarded the Order of the Red Star. In 1943, he was seriously wounded near Zaporizhzhia.

In 1944, Vladimir Etush returned to the capital. After graduating from the B.V. Shchukin Theatre School, he was accepted to the Yevgeny Vakhtangov Theatre, where he soon became one of the leading actors.

In 1945, Vladimir Etush began teaching as an assistant acting teacher at the B.V. Shchukin Theatre School, where he became a professor in 1976. For over 30 years (since 1987), he served as the rector and artistic director of the university.

Millions of viewers know Vladimir Etush from his memorable film roles: Comrade Saakhov in "Kidnapping, Caucasian Style, or Shurik's New Adventures," engineer Bruns in "The Twelve Chairs," dentist Shpak in "Ivan Vasilyevich Changes Profession," Karabas-Barabas in "The Adventures of Buratino," and many other roles.

Vladimir Etush was a laureate of the State Prize of the Russian Federation and a full knight of the Order "For Merit to the Fatherland." He died on March 9, 2019. He is buried at Novodevichy Cemetery.

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From February 7, ground transportation routes will change in various areas of the capital.

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Starting February 7, the capital will add 10 stops for 20 routes and reroute three buses and electric buses. Now, public transport will run more frequently and be closer to new residential complexes and rail stations.

"On February 7, we will adjust 23 routes in various districts of the capital. Buses and electric buses will run more frequently on some of them, while others will have new stops. This will allow residents of large residential areas and visitors to social institutions to quickly and easily reach the nearest rail stations. At the direction of Sergei Sobyanin, we are improving the ground transportation network to make passenger travel even more comfortable," said the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

Thus, social routes C511 and C811 will become district routes No. 511 and 811. The former will start at a large residential complex on Bochkova Street. This will provide residents with a direct route to the city center and the Big Circle Line metro line. Route No. 811 will be extended to Nagatinskaya metro station.

Buses #934 will now run along Universitetsky Prospekt instead of Lomonosovsky and Leninsky Prospekts. This will create a regular route for local residents to the Sokolnicheskaya metro line.

Three new stops will be created for five routes. For example, the "Volovya Street" stop will be open for route #74 in both directions, and the "Alleya Zhemchugovoy" stop will be open for routes #208 and #408 in both directions. Buses will also be able to depart from the "Bolshaya Filevskaya Street" stop on Novozavodskaya Street for routes #366 and #369 in both directions.

In addition, seven new stops will be created for 15 Moscow routes, as well as suburban routes of the "Moscow-Region" project. Specifically, a stop called "Ulitsa Nizhniye Mnevniki" will be added on the main route M23. Buses will stop at the same location as buses #389 and #391, upon request.

A stop will be added to the M77 main route at exit 5 of the Tekstilshchiki metro station. It will be in the same location as buses B, T27, and T38.

For routes #680 and #680k, a stop will be created at “3rd Grazhdanskaya Street,” and for route C23, a stop will be created at exit #2 of the Begovaya metro station.

A stop at "Ulitsa 9 Maya, 4a" in Khimki will be added for commuter routes #1154, 1342k, 1480, and 1532. It will operate on an on-demand basis.

Commuter routes #1342k and #1480 will also feature a "Shkola" stop on Kommunalny Proezd in Khimki. It will operate on-demand.

In addition, stops in East Degunino will change for routes No. 149, 170, 466, 477, 499 and 677.

The location of stops for city and suburban routes at the Rechnoy Vokzal metro station will also change.

In accordance with the objectives of the national project Infrastructure for Life The capital is placing significant emphasis on modernizing social and public infrastructure, including increasing the number of convenient public transportation routes and upgrading rolling stock. Furthermore, as part of the national project, Moscow has begun developing the Central Transport Hub, which will become a unified loop with predictable commuter rail service for more than 30 million residents in 11 Russian regions. More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found at special page.

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The MES library now offers interactive applications and a game on financial literacy.

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Library Moscow Electronic School (MESh) has expanded its offerings with new educational materials for teachers and students. These include a "Stock Exchange" simulation game and interactive apps that will help children learn the basics of financial literacy. This was reported by the Moscow school's press service. Department of Education and Science.

"The materials cover topics such as personal finance management, investing, insurance, taxation, and fraud prevention. The content helps students develop basic knowledge, practical skills, and an informed, critical approach to financial decisions, taking into account their age and level of preparation," the department's press service noted.

Teachers have access to new, ready-to-use digital tools for conducting lessons, extracurricular activities, and project work, while students have a clear and visual way to master complex topics through games, practice, and simulations of real-life scenarios. Interactive applications are presented in the form of dialogues and resemble story-based quizzes.

During lessons, students are exposed to various financial situations. They choose possible actions, answer questions, and receive explanations through games. A separate section of the materials is devoted to analyzing common fraudulent schemes. This allows them to discuss potentially dangerous situations and appropriate behavior patterns with them.

Students in grades 9–11 have access to the teacher-led educational simulation game "Stock Market." Working in teams, students make financial decisions, explore investment instruments, analyze the consequences of their actions, and understand the role of education as a key factor in success. The game is suitable for both topic-based lessons and extracurricular activities.

The new content was created by a partner of the capital's education system—the Institute of Education at the National Research University Higher School of Economics. Two types of materials from this developer are currently available in the MES library: interactive applications and an educational simulation game. You can find them in the catalog using the search or filter by publisher. All materials are adapted to core educational programs and can be used in classroom scenarios and for independent study.

"Moscow Electronic School" is a joint project of the capital's Department of Education and Science AndDepartment of Information TechnologyIt launched in 2016. Today, the unified digital educational platform is used by over 1.2 million schoolchildren, over 1.8 million parents, and approximately 70,000 teachers. Among the main services of MES are a library of educational materials, an electronic diary and journal, Moskvenok, Student Portfolio, and Olympiads.

Over the past year, demand for the Horizons service at MES has grown by 20 percent.A service for ordering and managing school literature has been launched at MES.

Providing Moscow schoolchildren with modern digital services improves the efficiency of the educational process, helps young Muscovites manage their time wisely, and is in line with the objectives of the "All the Best for Children" national project. Youth and ChildrenMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Two non-residential premises on Sirenevy Boulevard will be sold at city auction.

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The city put it up for auction two rooms for businesses in the Severnoye Izmailovo district of the Eastern Administrative Okrug (VAO). The flexible designation of the properties will allow auction winners to use them for a wide range of projects. This was announced by the head of the Moscow Department of Competition Policy. Kirill Purtov.

"Convenience and accessibility for customers are among the main advantages of commercial real estate on the ground floors of residential buildings. Two business premises, measuring 83.6 and 154.8 square meters, are currently available for sale at city auctions in the Severnoye Izmailovo district. The properties, located at 3 Sirenevy Boulevard, Building 5, are suitable for a consumer services center or a children's art studio. Bids will close on March 16, and the open auction will take place on March 25. Individuals and legal entities are welcome to participate," said Kirill Purtov.

The premises are unencumbered. The seller of the property is a capital city Department of City Property.

"Acquiring real estate in the east of the capital is primarily of interest to investors seeking the optimal balance between initial asset value and future growth. In the Eastern Administrative District, business properties are offered at lower prices than in the Central Administrative District, lowering the barrier to entry for those planning to lease out space or start their own business. Rapid growth in demand for real estate in this area makes investment particularly attractive. By the end of the fourth quarter of 2025, 17 non-residential properties were purchased at auction in the east of the capital, ranking fourth among all districts. In terms of area, the Eastern Administrative District ranks second. From September to December, investors acquired over 3,300 square meters of real estate here. Only the south of Moscow has more—over 4,200," she noted. Ekaterina Solovieva, Minister of the Moscow Government, head of the capital's Department of City Property.

To participate in the auctions, you will need to register on the electronic platform. Roseltorg and enhanced qualified electronic signature.

The capital is putting various properties up for auction, and the showcase for them is Moscow investment portal. In the section Moscow Auctions There is all the necessary information about the lots, including photographs, documentation, conditions and form of implementation.

An entrepreneur purchased premises in a historic building in the city center from the city under a right of first refusal.Thanks to a city program, an investor will open a private kindergarten in Vostochnoye Izmailovo.

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The development of electronic services for business is in line with the objectives of the national project "Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State" and the Moscow regional project "Digital Public Administration." More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Good deeds with mos.ru: who and how is supported through the charity service

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Charity service The mos.ru portal helps caring people care for those in need. It brings together only verified non-profit organizations (NPOs) in the capital. They support people in difficult life situations, seriously ill children and adults, combat veterans, participants of the Special Military Forces, young scientists, young athletes, as well as homeless and wild animals.

All NGOs represented in the service are registered in the capital's registry of charitable organizations and regularly report on the use of their funds. They also share stories of their beneficiaries, telling not only about their difficult journeys but also about their successes and victories, both large and small. Every donor can view reports and examine the targeted expenditure figures, as well as get to know the beneficiaries of their chosen organization better.

As of today, 101 non-profit organizations have joined the service. Among them, for example, Peace in Every Home FoundationIt works with children who have suffered severe burns, providing them with expensive care and covering comprehensive non-surgical rehabilitation. The foundation also develops and distributes manuals and materials on first aid for thermal injuries.

Two years ago, the family of high school student Renata contacted the foundation. During a children's party, she suffered severe burns due to someone else's carelessness. The resulting scars caused her physical discomfort and impacted her quality of life. Renata was very distressed and withdrew from others.

The foundation helped her complete a full course of anti-scar treatment. Thanks to the efforts of doctors, nurses, and the support of users of the charity service on mos.ru, Renata's condition has significantly improved. The scars no longer cause discomfort, her skin has become softer, and the marks of the injury are less noticeable. She was able to confidently attend her high school graduation and celebrate with her friends. Renata is now 18 years old, studying to be a barista, and leads an active lifestyle.

They also help to change the quality of life and maintain health. Korablik FoundationFamilies raising children with rare and severe diseases turn to the foundation. Donations are used to cover research, rehabilitation equipment, medications, and air travel for young patients to the treatment center. The foundation also provides psychological support and counseling to parents.

One of the foundation's beneficiaries is 17-year-old Lolita. She dreamed of dancing, but a serious illness prevented her from doing so. Doctors diagnosed her with stage III idiopathic scoliosis and prescribed a special rigid Chenot brace. The foundation purchased it for Lolita with donations raised through the mos.ru service. Lolita has shown perseverance and strictly adheres to all instructions: she wears the brace 22 hours a day. Treatment is still ongoing, but it has already significantly reduced the angle of her spinal curvature. Thanks to this, Lolita has begun dancing, enjoys waltzing, and wears beautiful dresses.

IN Urban Animal Welfare Foundation For over 10 years, they've been rescuing homeless cats and dogs from hunger and disease and finding them loving homes. The organization runs its own "Cat Bureau"—a shelter where you can find a pet. Until recently, a cat named Cadiz lived there. Passersby picked him up on the street and contacted the foundation for help. The cat was in serious condition, presumably after falling from a window. Cadiz was examined and found to require a complex and expensive surgery followed by rehabilitation. The treatment cost over 200,000 rubles. These funds were raised thanks to donations from caring Muscovites made through the charitable service mos.ru. Five months later, Cadiz recovered and found a new home. Now the handsome tabby lives with a loving family.

It's very easy to do a good deed and support the wards of Moscow's NGOs using the mos.ru charity service. Just visit page and click on one of nine donation categories: children, animals, seniors, adults, combat veterans, families, people with disabilities, the environment, or science and education. Then select the program you want to support and donate a comfortable amount. Users also have the "Help All" option. In this case, the donation will be divided equally among all NGOs in one of the categories.

You can donate to non-profit organizations not only one-time but also on a regular basis by signing up for a subscription. To do this, log in to mos.ru and, after making your first transfer, click "Enable Autopayment." Then, specify the frequency and date of debits, as well as the amount and payment method.

In addition, mos.ru users can open it themselves collection To benefit one of the charity service's program categories, it only takes a couple of minutes to create. First, you need to indicate the occasion for which you're donating. The service offers several permanent options related to happy events in a person's life: weddings, birthdays, promotions, the birth of a child, and moving. A "Just Because" option is also available—a donation without being tied to a significant date or event. Next, you need to indicate the charity program you're donating to, determine the duration of the donation (from one to 30 days from the start), and select the visual design. After publishing, all you have to do is share the link with your friends and family on social media and messaging apps.

The mos.ru charity service was created five years ago. Its operation and strategic development are supported by Moscow's Department of Information Technology AndCommittee on Public Relations and Youth Policy with the support of the Public Chamber of Moscow.

In 2025, with the help of a charitable service, funds were transferred to support the wards of an NGO 100 million rublesDuring its operation, Muscovites donated over 283 million rubles to good causes.

The creation and operation of digital platforms for providing residents with public services in various sectors of the social sphere are in line with the objectives of the national project "Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State"More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Nearly seven thousand Muscovites received keys to apartments in new buildings under the renovation program in Kuzminki.

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Since December 2018, nearly seven thousand residents of the capital have become owners of apartments in new buildings in the Kuzminki district as part of the renovation program. This was reported by Ekaterina Solovieva, Minister of the Moscow Government, Head of the Department of City Property.

"The first notifications about the start of resettlement in the Kuzminki district were received by residents of Building 101, Block 2 on Volgogradsky Prospekt in December 2018. In just seven years, more than 8,700 Muscovites have received offers of equivalent apartments in new buildings, including approximately 7,000 who have already signed contracts for new housing. The remaining 1,700 program participants who have begun resettlement are in the process of completing their paperwork," said Ekaterina Solovyova.

In the Kuzminki district, the city has made 22 new buildings available to participants in the renovation program. The new apartments offer no less living space and number of rooms than those being vacated, and the total area is larger thanks to spacious kitchens, hallways, corridors, and bathrooms.

The residential complexes meet barrier-free accessibility criteria. Entrance areas and common areas are designed without steps or high thresholds. For the convenience of new residents, the ground floors of the new buildings will accommodate shops, services, and city organizations. These facilities will complement the district's social infrastructure and make residents' lives more comfortable.

"The 22 new buildings in Kuzminki, ready for occupancy, contain approximately 4,400 apartments. The total living space exceeds 250,000 square meters. Elevators have been installed in the entrance halls, along with rooms for concierges and storage areas for strollers and bicycles. The grounds around the residential complexes have been landscaped: trees and shrubs have been planted, lawns and flower beds have been created, and playgrounds and sports fields with safe surfaces have been installed," explained the Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Department of Urban Development Policy.

Vladislav Ovchinsky.

Earlier, the Mayor of Moscow said that inSavelovsky district The first residential complex under the renovation program was handed over for occupancy.

The renovation program was approved in August 2017. It affects approximately one million Muscovites and provides for the resettlement of 5,176 buildings. Sergei Sobyanin ordered the pace of implementation of the renovation program to be accelerated.twice.

Moscow is one of the region's leaders in terms of construction volume. Its high rate of housing construction is in line with the goals and initiatives of the national project. Infrastructure for LifeMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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From Parable to Tragicomedy: Shalom Theatre's Performances at Mosbilet

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How do you preserve yourself when the world is trying to erase you? How do you find strength within yourself if you're "different"? And how do you talk about faith and tolerance after that?

Five performances Shalom Theatre— a confession, a monument, and a philosophical parable. They combine the pain of the past, the difficulties of the present, and the search for the future into a single, unbroken narrative, helping viewers find answers to the most difficult questions alongside the characters.

All performances take place on the large and small stages of the theatre on Novoslobodskaya Street.

"Train of Life": Humor as a Weapon Against Despair

Date: February 20

Age limit: 16

A story of survival among the inhabitants of a Jewish shtetl, told with bitter humor and passion.

What remains for a person who can be deprived of everything but imagination and will? In the summer of 1941, the residents of a shtetl, learning of the approaching Nazis, attempt the impossible: deport themselves by train to Palestine. "Train of Life" is a play about the strength of spirit that transforms despair into an act of freedom. It's a journey where the absurd becomes reality, and a saving irony helps one to endure.

Nathan the Wise: A Classic That Faces Modernity

Dates: March 8 and 9

Age limit: 18

Gotthold Ephraim Lessing's philosophical drama about the possibility of peace between religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam) is set in the present day—in a tire recycling workshop. It's an unexpected and relevant conversation: this reimagining of the classic shows that questions of religious tolerance, lies, and true humanity have no expiration date. The play touches on past conflicts to ask uncomfortable questions about the present.

"The Last Ones": When a rift runs through a family

Date: February 26

Age limit: 16

A play about the discord that arises within a single family during the first Russian Revolution, and how greater history invades the home and tears apart the strongest bonds—family ties. Oleg Lipovetsky's production of Maxim Gorky's play tells the story of a father who has lost his power and position, and his adult children struggling to escape his influence, as well as the choices that make insiders into strangers.

"An Ordinary Human Story": A Panorama of One Life

Date: February 15

Age limit: 16

At the center of "An Ordinary Human Story" is a hero who, five minutes before the end of his long earthly journey, sees the past flash before his eyes. All the beautiful and bitter moments come alive in his memory—from birth to his last love.

This is a meditative, lyrical performance-memory about a private, but no less valuable life, about the moments from which fate is formed and what ultimately turns out to be most important.

"Monya Tsatskes is the standard-bearer": remaining human in inhumane conditions

Dates: February 15 and March 15

Age limit: 16

With bitter irony and courage, writer Efraim Sevela tells the story of a young Lithuanian Jew who finds himself in the Soviet Army. Private Monet, who neither knew how nor wanted to fight, was destined to become a standard-bearer and serve throughout the war. This is a look at the catastrophe through the eyes of someone who passionately desired simply to live. The production offers viewers important themes for reflection—about how to remain oneself in the most unbearable conditions, about the thirst for life, and its price.

The play is a blend of street theater and storytelling. The acting, without the fourth wall, provokes direct contact with the audience.

You can buy tickets for these performances on the service Mosbilet.

A visit to the Shalom Theater can hardly be called entertainment in the literal sense of the word. Going there means agreeing to a difficult but necessary conversation—with history, with others, and ultimately, with oneself.

The plays don't offer ready-made answers, but they make us feel and think. They remind us that even in the darkest chapters of history, there's room for humanity, laughter, love, and dialogue. And this, perhaps, is the main way to prevent the world from erasing you—to remain human, no matter the circumstances.

Using the service MosbiletYou can buy tickets to any event at city cultural institutions without markup or commission, for yourself or as a gift. The service's capabilities are constantly expanding. Users with a full or standard mos.ru account don't need to enter personal information when purchasing a ticket. Furthermore, you don't need to bring a document to attend an event; simply show the ticket inspector your digital ticket's QR code. The service also offers personalized event curation.

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How MBM helps entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses

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Moscow entrepreneurs and those planning to start their own businesses can take advantage of free educational support from the State Budgetary Institution "Small Business of Moscow" (MBM). By the end of 2025, the institution had provided over 145,000 educational services.

"Business today requires constant knowledge upgrading and skill development, and the city is building its business support system with this in mind. Moscow helps both those just considering starting their own business and existing entrepreneurs. Over the past three years, the number of educational services provided by MBM has increased 1.7-fold," she said.

Kristina Kostroma, head of the capital's Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development.

In 2025, MBM began developing a comprehensive distance learning system for entrepreneurs and intends to continue developing it. It already includes courses aimed at starting and growing a business.

The course is particularly popular "Own Business: Start Now", designed for aspiring entrepreneurs with no experience. Over two months, participants learn how to create a turnkey business—from developing an idea to bringing a product or service to market. In 2025, more than 6,100 people completed the course.

One of those who completed the distance learning course was Maria Stroganova. She develops and implements integrated HR management systems, or individual components thereof, at industrial enterprises. During the course, Maria developed a roadmap for starting her own business, which she still follows. Thus, she managed to register as a sole proprietor, launch her website, assemble a team, and find her first client.

Courses created in collaboration with ANO Mosstrategia will help improve the efficiency of your existing business. One of them is a mini-course. "Own Business: A New Level" A program designed to explore the fundamentals of improving productivity. Participants learn to reduce costs and increase the efficiency of their businesses. In just 14 days, they can master proven optimization tools that have proven their effectiveness in hundreds of companies. In 2025, more than 350 people joined the course.

A two-month distance learning course opened in September 2025. "Your Business: A New Level of Defense" with personalized support. The program includes a business assessment, development of a roadmap for process optimization, and practical implementation of changes. Last year, 139 people registered for the course.

Svetlana Nikolaeva, a senior executive and commercial development manager at an engineering company, completed both courses. She specializes in the production of hydraulic lifts and automated parking systems. Despite 12 years of successful operation, the company needed modern management approaches for further development. Svetlana took the distance learning course "Own Business: Start Now," which helped her systematize her overall business vision, and then the program "Own Business: New Level PRO," where she received detailed tools for in-depth analysis and process optimization.

"We used to 'put out fires' by mobilizing all our resources. Now, the tools I learned in the course help me act proactively. They reveal not only bottlenecks but also areas for improvement where problems haven't yet arised. We've learned to measure timelines and identify real losses, mastered the built-in quality methodology, and are implementing it in our work," said Svetlana Nikolaeva.

At the end of 2025, MBM launched two thematic distance learning courses. The first, "AI Assistant for Entrepreneurs," is a 14-day course designed to help businesspeople integrate modern technologies into their work processes. Participants learn to reduce routine tasks, increase productivity using artificial intelligence (AI), master the key tools of Sber's free GigaChat AI assistant, formulate effective queries, and apply AI in marketing, analytics, sales, and strategic planning.

The second course, a mini-program called "Transition to VAT: Instructions for Use," was released in December 2025. It is designed for entrepreneurs using the simplified tax system. Starting in 2026, they will be required to pay value-added tax (VAT) when their income exceeds certain limits. This week-long course helps them understand the topic and avoid fines, audits, and unnecessary expenses. The program covers the basic principles of VAT calculation and common errors, the procedure for issuing and recording invoices, generating VAT returns, setting up cash registers, and the rules for drafting new contracts and renewing existing ones.

You can enroll in both courses and take them free of charge on the MBM portal. Additionally, users of mbm.mos.ru have access to self-improvement materials on the pages Online academiesThey are presented in various formats (text, video, and audio) in the following categories: "Programs and Courses," "Podcasts and Audio," "Webinars and Videos," and "Business Library." In 2025, the Online Academy received over 110,000 requests.

In addition to educational programs, MBM actively hosts business and thematic events for entrepreneurs, both aspiring and established. These events not only provide an opportunity to expand their knowledge base but also to connect with like-minded individuals and learn about available city business support measures. In 2025, 563 such events were organized, attended by over 28,000 people.

Support for entrepreneurs is provided within the framework of the federal project “Small and Medium Entrepreneurship and Support for Individual Entrepreneurial Initiatives,” which is part of the national project "Efficient and competitive economy", as well as the Moscow Mayor's strategy for supporting Moscow entrepreneurship. More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

State Budgetary Institution "Small Business of Moscow", subordinate to the capital's Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development, helps people start and grow their businesses in the city. At business service centers, everyone can learn about financial and non-financial government support measures.

Free educational and business events are held for entrepreneurs: forums, seminars, training sessions, and conferences that help them improve their professional skills and connect with like-minded individuals.

You can also get advice on starting and running a business and learn more about current support measures for entrepreneurs in Moscow on the MBM website: mbm.mos.ru and by phone: 7 495 225-14-14.

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Get a driver's license and international passport in 24 hours: at the My Documents flagship store in the South-East Administrative District, you can take advantage of special services.

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The most popular service at the flagship office is “My Documents” South-Eastern District Registration of vehicles and trailers has become a priority. Specialists have registered approximately 140,000 applications since the center opened in January 2021.

The second most popular service is registration of citizens of the Russian Federation, with over 75,000 requests. Driver's license issuance rounds out the top three, with nearly 54,000 requests.

In just five years of operation, residents have contacted the government services center, located in the Gorod shopping center, more than 1.2 million times.

In addition, the South-Eastern Administrative District flagship office offers government services not available in district centers. For example, passports for children under 14 can be issued within 24 hours and driver's licenses can be obtained on the same day.

Young Muscovites can receive their first Russian passport here in a ceremonial setting. Business owners can register as individual entrepreneurs or farms, as well as take advantage of the services of the State Budgetary Institution "Small Business of Moscow." Wedding ceremonies can also be held in a separate hall with a photo zone for memorable photos.

Additional services are also in high demand among Muscovites. For example, nearly 50,000 residents have used the "My Notary" service—it's the most popular service offered by the South-Eastern Administrative District's flagship company, allowing people to certify copies, formalize inheritances or powers of attorney, prepare real estate transaction documents, and more. Furthermore, the office also offers professional ID photos through the "My Photo" service, which has been used by nearly 43,000 residents.

You can also book a tour in the "My Travels" area, undergo a medical examination at the modern diagnostic facility, or explore an exhibition about prominent cultural figures of our country. The current exhibition is dedicated to the works of Konstantin Simonov and Alexander Tvardovsky.

The flagship of the South-Eastern Administrative District is one of 30 government service centers that hosts an exhibition stand. Moscow – with care for historyNow you can learn about the music, literature, and cinema of the Great Patriotic War.

The Government Services Center boasts convenient infrastructure and a modern design. It features spacious waiting areas with comfortable sofas, where visitors can enjoy coffee or a snack in the "My Café" area, and charge their devices using USB ports or a portable power bank. As at other government services centers, they can pay their government fees directly at the reception window by tapping their card or phone on the POS terminal or by simply paying with a smile. For parents with children, there's a large area with games and cartoons, as well as a dedicated babysitting room.

The My Documents flagship office in the South-Eastern Administrative District is open to applicants daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. It is located at 2 Ryazansky Prospekt, Building 3 (Gorod Shopping Center, first floor).

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