Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Member States of the Commonwealth of Independent States

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List of heads of delegations participating in the meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the CIS Member States:

Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan – Ali Hidayat oglu Asadov;

Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia – Mher Herbertovich Grigoryan (via videoconferencing);

Prime Minister of the Republic of Belarus, Chairman of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council – Alexander Genrikhovich Turchin;

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan – Olzhas Abaevich Bektenov;

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic – Head of the Administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic – Adylbek Aleshovich Kasymaliev;

Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation – Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin;

Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan, Chairman of the Council of Heads of Government of the Commonwealth of Independent States – Kokhir Rasulzoda;

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan – Khodjamyrat Geldimyradov;

Prime Minister of the Republic of Uzbekistan – Abdulla Nigmatovich Aripov;

Secretary General of the Commonwealth of Independent States – Sergei Nikolaevich Lebedev.

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Dmitry Chernyshenko and Yuri Chikhanchin wished the Russian team success at the International Financial Security Olympiad.

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Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko, Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Siberian Federal District Anatoly Seryshev, Director of Rosfinmonitoring Yuri Chikhanchin, and Krasnoyarsk Krai Governor Mikhail Kotyukov welcomed representatives of the Russian national team to the 5th International Financial Security Olympiad in Krasnoyarsk and also spoke with schoolchildren at the "Conversations About What's Important" meeting.

Dmitry Chernyshenko and the students thanked Krasnoyarsk Krai Governor Mikhail Kotyukov for hosting the Olympiad in hospitable Krasnoyarsk.

The Deputy Prime Minister called the delegation members already winners, because they had passed a colossal selection process.

As a result of this selection, 190 students and 120 schoolchildren, representing all federal districts of Russia, participated in the finals.

"The country has given you a tremendous opportunity, and at this stage, you've made the best use of it. Our President, Vladimir Putin, has set one of our national goals as realizing the potential of every person and developing their talents. And you're demonstrating that you're adept at seizing these opportunities. It's no coincidence that I said you're already winners, because there will be no losers here. The greatest victory is that you've come together," said Dmitry Chernyshenko.

He wished the team members to take advantage of this unique opportunity to become friends and demonstrate their commitment to the traditional values enshrined in President Vladimir Putin's decree.

Yuri Chikhanchin noted that some of the students are participating in the Olympiad for the first time and have already become its ambassadors.

"Dear friends, I'm truly delighted to see you here in Krasnoyarsk. I look at you and see familiar faces—we've met some of you at previous Olympiads. This is very nice. It means you enjoyed it. This means you've now become full-fledged ambassadors not only of the Olympiad, but also of the International Financial Security Movement. Good luck to you! And remember, the greatest victory is the victory over yourself. Team Russia, good luck!" he said.

Anatoly Seryshev, Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Siberian Federal District, welcomed the Olympiad participants and noted the significance and scale of the event. The Plenipotentiary Envoy is confident that new participants are constantly being drawn into the Olympiad, coming to see people with similar values and an equally passionate love for their homeland. He believes that finance is the most dynamically changing sector in human life. "The well-being of countries often depends on how their finances are managed," the Plenipotentiary Envoy added. "In a little while, you young people will have to solve problems on a different level."

"Dear students, we welcome you to the very heart of Russia, Krasnoyarsk! It's especially valuable that the first participants of the first Olympiads have now become strong specialists, mentors, and teachers. Your mission is crucial: you are learning to confront the challenges of the modern world. You must be faster, challenging the established norms with your intelligence, knowledge, and commitment to values. I am confident that together we can overcome this. Farewell, and may you all win!" said Mikhail Kotyukov.

In addition, Dmitry Chernyshenko, Yuri Chikhanchin, Anatoly Seryshev, and Mikhail Kotyukov took part in a meeting titled "Conversations about Important Things" with schoolchildren participating in the Olympiad.

The discussion was moderated by Marina Shemyakina, head of the Center for Inter-Olympiad Training of Schoolchildren and Students at the Lebedev Physical Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

The speakers answered questions about the development of modern technology and artificial intelligence, shared advice on how to become true professionals in their field, how to find your calling, and also shared their opinions on the qualities that are important for young professionals today.

Dmitry Chernyshenko emphasized that the Government is fulfilling the instructions of the President and the Prime Minister to ensure that at least 5% of science spending is directed toward artificial intelligence development.

"Last year, the President instructed us to hold international foresight sessions on the future of AI science. Scientists with the highest citation rates are updating a list of scientific problems whose solutions are most crucial for the development of artificial intelligence. This list is being developed by the SAPFIR strategic agency and the International AI Alliance, which was joined by 14 countries in the presence of Vladimir Putin," he noted.

Dmitry Chernyshenko also answered the question about the key human quality that cannot be digitized and transferred to a machine: "Humans don't always act rationally. Self-sacrifice, compassion, love—these are things that can be simulated using AI, but they will never be real."

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Dmitry Grigorenko: The government has updated the criteria for selecting IT solutions under the ICC.

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The government has updated the selection criteria for the third wave of particularly significant projects – IT solutions developed within industrial competence centers and aimed at replacing foreign software. Priority grant support will be given to projects with the greatest potential for replication. The government is paying special attention to platform solutions for industrial enterprises, as well as AI-based developments. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko, who oversees the development of the domestic IT market, on the sidelines of the Innoprom. Belarus international industrial exhibition.

According to the approved procedure, applications will be evaluated based on 10 criteria, each with a specific weighting, during the selection of particularly significant projects. The most significant criteria, with the highest weighting, are the solution's potential for replication (demand from at least three organizations in one or more industries), projected revenue from sales (at least 110% of the grant amount within three years after development completion), and the feasibility of using the solution at critical infrastructure facilities. Furthermore, a new prioritization criterion is being introduced during the third round of selection: the use of artificial intelligence technology in the solution being developed.

"Three years have passed since the launch of the first selection of particularly significant projects. During this time, we've identified growth opportunities and refined the mechanism to make it even more effective. Specifically, we decided to focus on thoroughly assessing the project's replicability during the preliminary review stage. If a solution has high sales and revenue projections, this is an indicator that it is truly in demand by many companies in the market and will be widely adopted. The government prioritizes supporting projects that are essential to the market," noted Dmitry Grigorenko.

Furthermore, the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that platform-based IT solutions for manufacturing (for example, PLM systems for managing the product lifecycle from design to production) and automated design systems will also benefit. He noted that the development of indigenous Russian IT solutions for manufacturing processes is essential to ensuring the technological independence of the domestic industry.

A total of 8.3 billion rubles will be allocated to support particularly significant projects during the third wave. The Russian Foundation for Information Technology Development will award grants ranging from 100 million to 2 billion rubles, covering up to 50% of the solution development costs. Applications will be accepted until October 26.

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The government submitted to the State Duma a draft three-year budget for 2026–2028.

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Order No. 2658-r of September 26, 2025

The draft federal budget for 2026 and the planning period of 2027 and 2028 has been submitted to the State Duma for consideration. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed the order introducing it.

The key priorities of the main financial document are the achievement of national goals defined by the President, the fulfillment of social obligations to citizens, ensuring the country's defense and security needs, taking into account existing challenges, and the implementation of national projects.

The sustainability and balance of the draft budget proposed by the Government is an important factor for maintaining macroeconomic stability, increasing real wages, and increasing household incomes.

The draft budget is based on the baseline socioeconomic development forecast. It projects GDP growth of 1.3% in 2026 and an increase of almost 7% over three years, reaching approximately 276 trillion rubles in nominal terms.

Revenues in 2026 will amount to 40.3 trillion rubles, in 2027 – 42.9 trillion rubles, in 2028 – 45.9 trillion rubles.

Federal budget expenditures in 2026 are planned at 44.1 trillion rubles, in 2027 – 46 trillion rubles, and in 2028 – 49.4 trillion rubles.

The most important area of the budget is funding measures to improve demographics.

Thus, the "children's budget" for three years will exceed 10 trillion rubles. These funds will be used, among other things, to pay a unified child benefit to needy families, continue the maternity capital program with indexation to the inflation rate, improve housing for families with children by subsidizing the interest rate on family mortgages, and provide an annual family payment in the form of a partial reimbursement of personal income tax paid to citizens with two or more children—this payment will begin in 2026.

Other socially significant areas are also taken into account in the draft budget.

Specifically, to implement the national "Family" project, the new budget includes funds for the development of children's healthcare facilities, the infrastructure of perinatal centers, children's hospitals, and maternity hospitals. More than 94 billion rubles will be allocated for this purpose.

Funds are also allocated for the modernization and construction of schools and kindergartens: approximately 110 billion rubles will finance the construction of 150 schools to be built by 2030, and almost 300 billion rubles will be allocated for major school renovations.

The new three-year budget allocates over 900 billion rubles to implement the "Long and Active Life" national project. This includes funding for medications, including assistance to children with severe illnesses through the Circle of Kindness foundation, cardiovascular disease prevention, and the implementation of the 14-Nosology Program, which provides expensive medications to people suffering from severe illnesses.

The draft budget also takes into account the objective of ensuring technological leadership set for the Government by the President. Approximately 1.9 trillion rubles have been allocated to finance national projects aimed at achieving this goal.

Significant allocations are planned for infrastructure development.

The volume of funding for road infrastructure will exceed the level of previous years – 4.6 trillion rubles have been allocated for these purposes over three years.

The implementation of programs for creating a modern urban environment and the state program "Integrated Development of Rural Areas" will continue. Funding for these programs will amount to over 105 billion rubles and over 180 billion rubles, respectively, over three years.

Funding will be provided for the public utility infrastructure modernization program. 182.3 billion rubles are allocated over three years. Over 160 billion rubles are planned for the elimination of dilapidated housing over three years.

The new three-year budget allocates 202.6 billion rubles for the development of the airfield support network. At least 75 airfields will be reconstructed and built by 2030.

The main financial document takes into account measures aimed at maintaining the stability of regional budgets, stimulating infrastructure development, and ensuring the effective participation of regions in the implementation of national development goals.

The draft budget also provides financial support for the further implementation of individual development programs for a number of regions to increase their economic potential.

Draft budgets for extra-budgetary funds and a number of other documents of decisive importance for public finances have also been submitted to the State Duma.

The budget package, as in the previous year, was submitted to the lower house of parliament entirely electronically, a result of efforts to improve interaction between the Government Office and the State Duma.

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Dmitry Chernyshenko: The international financial security movement has already involved more than 6 million people.

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The final stage of the 5th International Financial Security Olympiad has begun.

The opening ceremony of the 5th International Financial Security Olympiad took place at the Siberian Federal University in Krasnoyarsk. Approximately 600 schoolchildren and students from 40 countries became finalists in 2025. Bangladesh, Jordan, Madagascar, Turkey, and Uruguay joined the competition for the first time.

Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the Olympiad participants: "It's gratifying that the Olympiad has become part of the systemic, multifaceted efforts of the state and society to improve access to modern knowledge and to unlock the creative potential and talents of the younger generation—those who are committed to professional success and creative work. Today, we can confidently say that this project has been a success. Each year, it expands its geographic reach and representation, serving as a key event in the large-scale International Movement for Financial Security."

"I welcome guests and participants from 40 countries. This is truly a powerful international movement, uniting over 6 million participants. It's also very important that our President, Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, noted that the Olympiad is an excellent opportunity to showcase our capabilities and talents to you, our youth. Incidentally, this is one of Russia's national development goals. I am confident that it largely aligns with the goals of your countries. For the first time, the International Financial Security Olympiad is being held in the very center of our country, in hospitable Krasnoyarsk, and at the Siberian Federal University. The organizers have prepared excellent conditions for you, engaging competitions and tasks, and a comprehensive cultural, entertainment, and educational program. I am confident that you will succeed and have a great time, but most importantly, you will make new friends and discover new opportunities. On the instructions of our President, I declare the 5th International Financial Security Olympiad open," Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko addressed the participants.

Anatoly Seryshev, Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of Russia in the Siberian Federal District, addressed the finalists and guests at the opening ceremony: "I am very pleased that the Olympiad is growing in scale, bringing in new participants from various countries—this is one of its most important goals today. This is the first time it has been held in Siberia. This is a great honor and responsibility for us. I wish all Olympiad participants the best possible use of their knowledge and skills during the competition, achieving high results, and, most importantly, finding new friends and like-minded people."

Winners and prize winners of the Olympiad receive advantages when applying to the International Network Institute for AML/CFT undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs in accordance with the benefits of Level I Olympiads, as well as the opportunity to intern at Rosfinmonitoring and other organizations.

In his speech, Yuri Chikhanchin, Director of Rosfinmonitoring and Deputy Chairman of the Olympiad Organizing Committee, noted the importance of the Olympiad as a platform for building a community of future professionals to effectively respond to current challenges: "Threats to financial security, including transnational crime, cybercrime, terrorism, droppering, and others, are international in nature and require the coordinated efforts of the entire global community. To more effectively address these issues now and, most importantly, in the future, large-scale educational initiatives have been launched. This is how our Olympiad was born – more than five years ago. Seven countries participated back then, and the geography has expanded each year – reaching 40 countries today."

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov addressed the finalists with a welcoming address: "I am confident that the competition, as always, will be held in a spirit of fair competition, will provide additional impetus to the development of international cooperation in the area of financial security, and will facilitate the establishment of mutually beneficial youth contacts. The cultural program will also allow foreign participants to enrich their knowledge of our great country."

Kanat Asangulov, Chairman of the State Financial Intelligence Service under the Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic, also addressed the participants. He noted that the Olympiad is not just an intellectual competition, but a space where science and practice meet, where professional experience combines with the energy of youth.

Speaking at the ceremony, Su Lei, Counselor of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China, emphasized the consistent development of Russian-Chinese relations, in which the area of financial security is acquiring new significance and becoming a platform for cooperation.

Krasnoyarsk Krai Governor Mikhail Kotyukov spoke about the region's readiness to host this large-scale international event and emphasized the importance of dialogue on financial security. "It's no coincidence that Krasnoyarsk Krai has become the Olympiad's host. Our goal is to ensure that guests take home not only the results of their intellectual struggle but also a wealth of impressions of Siberia. To this end, we've prepared a rich program—from excursions through the picturesque surroundings to unique cultural events. And, of course, we have much to share: we're actively implementing our experience in financial education, which has been recognized at the federal level, and we're ready to share it with our colleagues."

Dmitry Chernyshenko, Anatoly Seryshev, Yuri Chikhanchin, and Mikhail Kotyukov also assessed the exhibition of the Olympiad's strategic partners and answered media questions.

The Deputy Prime Minister noted that a great deal of work had gone into the preparation for holding the fifth anniversary Olympiad in hospitable Krasnoyarsk. He commended the work of Elena Vladimirovna Shmeleva and Yuri Anatolyevich Chikhanchin, with whom he launched the project.

More than 60 thousand people took part in the Olympic stages.

Dmitry Chernyshenko emphasized that financial intelligence officers from more than 15 countries arrived in Krasnoyarsk not only to support our students but also to serve as their mentors: "Those who will inspire them to protect the financial future of our countries."

The International Financial Security Olympiad has been held since 2021 under the auspices of the President of Russia and the Government.

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On September 29–30, Mikhail Mishustin will take part in meetings of the CIS Council of Heads of Government and the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council in Minsk.

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On September 29–30, in Minsk, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin will take part in meetings of the Council of Heads of Government of the Commonwealth of Independent States and the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council.

The agenda of the meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the CIS includes issues of expanding trade, economic, scientific and technological cooperation within the Commonwealth.

The Eurasian Intergovernmental Council meeting will address issues of further deepening Eurasian economic integration. Particular attention will be paid to expanding cooperation in industry, transport infrastructure, and agriculture.

Mikhail Mishustin will also take part in the international industrial exhibition "Innoprom. Belarus".

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Alexander Novak congratulated workers and veterans of the nuclear industry on the 80th anniversary of the Russian nuclear industry.

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Congratulations from Alexander Novak on Nuclear Industry Worker's Day.

Dear colleagues!

For eight decades, the nuclear industry has rightfully been considered the pride of Russian science and engineering. Thanks to the hard work, experience, and dedication of those driving this field forward, a solid foundation has been laid for ensuring energy security, sovereignty, and sustainable development for our country. Today, the nuclear sector is not only a symbol of Russia's technological leadership but also an inexhaustible source of inspiration for scientists, engineers, researchers, and innovators.

On this day, special words of appreciation and gratitude go to our dear veterans. You were the ones who stood at the origins of the nuclear industry, sparing no effort or health for this great goal, demonstrating courage and the highest level of professionalism. Your perseverance, knowledge, and wisdom became the foundation for new generations of nuclear scientists, inspiring young specialists to achieve great things and create for the benefit of the country.

Today, the Russian nuclear industry continues to grow confidently, implementing large-scale projects around the world, introducing cutting-edge technologies, and strengthening our country's position on the international stage. And this is thanks invaluable to the efforts of each and every one of you: veterans, active professionals, and young employees just taking their first steps in this field.

Please accept my sincere gratitude for your work, commitment to principles, and dedication to the development of the domestic nuclear industry. I wish you and your families good health, happiness, prosperity, new successes, discoveries, and victories in the name of our country!

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To workers and veterans of the nuclear industry.

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On September 28, 2025, Russian nuclear scientists celebrate their professional holiday and the 80th anniversary of the industry.

Dear friends!

Congratulations on your professional holiday and the 80th anniversary of the nuclear industry.

Russian nuclear scientists have made remarkable discoveries that have had a profound impact on the development of global science and the course of human history. Over decades of work, a nuclear shield has been created and a powerful scientific and industrial complex has been established. Your work exemplifies Russia's unique intellectual potential.

Today, the industry is one of the most high-tech and of strategic importance to the state. It ensures energy security, strengthens the nuclear weapons complex, operates the Northern Sea Route, and builds a nuclear icebreaker fleet. It creates technologies, IT solutions, and new materials and substances that are used in various fields, including industry and medicine. It's important that you never rest on your laurels, develop dynamically, implement new projects and programs, and expand international cooperation.

Your competence, dedication, and responsible approach to work enable you to consistently achieve high results, contribute to technological sovereignty, and strengthen the country's defense capability.

I would like to express my gratitude to the veterans who have contributed so much to the development of the industry. I also wish all nuclear industry workers continued success and achievements for the benefit of the Fatherland and our citizens. I wish you and your families good health and prosperity.

M. Mishustin

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Russian schoolchildren won six gold medals at the Open International Astronomy Olympiad.

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Closing ceremony of the fourth Open World Astronomy Olympiad (2025).

The closing ceremony of the fourth Open World Astronomy Olympiad (Open World Astronomy Olympiad 2025) took place at the Sirius Federal University. The intellectual competition, held from September 20 to 27, brought together teams of high school students from more than 15 countries. All six members of the Russian team won gold medals, repeating their success from all three years of participation. Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko and Minister of Education Sergei Kravtsov congratulated the winners.

"President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin recently called for every effort to ensure Russia remains a leader in space exploration and research. Our schoolchildren's remarkable victory at the International Astronomy Olympiad demonstrates that we have the key to maintaining this leadership: talented and passionate students. We are proud that all six team members once again won gold. I thank their parents, teachers, and mentors for their support and contribution to their preparation. I wish our winners continued interest in astronomy and a worthy application of their talents for the benefit of our entire country," the Deputy Prime Minister stated.

Ekaterina Churkina, Vladimir Zinin, Nikolai Gamynin, Olga Karaseva, Ivan Pruglo, and Margarita Tsvetkova won gold medals. Ekaterina Churkina became the overall winner of the Olympiad.

"I congratulate all the participants and winners of the Open International Astronomy Olympiad! Hosting such a high-level competition in Russia is a landmark event, underscoring our commitment to developing scientific cooperation. The most talented schoolchildren from around the world have gathered at the Sirius Federal Campus. Astronomy is a significant science that not only reveals the secrets of the Universe but also shapes scientific understanding and teaches global thinking. I wholeheartedly congratulate our team on their brilliant success – all Russian participants once again won gold medals. I would like to express special gratitude to the mentors and coaches whose hard work, professionalism, and faith in their students are the foundation of these victories," noted Sergey Kravtsov.

In 2025, 18 participants from Russia, Belarus, Mongolia, Armenia, Peru, Egypt, Bangladesh, and Venezuela won gold medals. Sixteen schoolchildren each won silver and bronze medals.

Teams of six were formed from schoolchildren under 18. Students from 10 countries participated in the Olympiad in person, and high school students from Venezuela, Bulgaria, Mongolia, Bangladesh, and other countries joined them online. The competition consisted of four rounds: observation, practical, theoretical, and testing. All assignments were completed in English.

The Open World Astronomy Olympiad is an international competition for high school students, targeting students from the CIS, SCO, BRICS, and other friendly countries. The event aims to promote astronomy education, identify talented students, and strengthen international academic ties.

As a reminder, in 2024, 22 participants won gold medals: representatives from Russia, Bulgaria, Belarus, Armenia, and Peru. Russian schoolchildren were awarded six gold medals. Ekaterina Churkina of Russia was the overall winner.

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Dmitry Grigorenko: Protecting citizens is a key priority for the development of digital platforms

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Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko held a working meeting with representatives of digital platforms from Russia and China at the World Expo for Digital Commerce in Hangzhou. The key topic of the dialogue was a discussion of current trends in digital economy regulation and the exchange of experience between the two countries.

The meeting focused on a new federal law adopted in Russia in July of this year, which establishes basic rules for regulating digital intermediary platforms. The law aims to increase the transparency of online platforms and protect consumer rights. Key innovations include mandatory identification of sellers through state information systems, as well as a ban on the distribution of certain categories of goods, such as dietary supplements and medications, without a state registration certificate.

According to the law, foreign platforms must also comply with the new rules. To this end, foreign partners are required to establish branches or representative offices in Russia.

"Next year, a law regulating the platform economy will come into force, including new rules for foreign platforms. It's important for us to coordinate our efforts with our Chinese partners to ensure the practical implementation of these regulations and the protection of citizens' interests on digital platforms," noted Dmitry Grigorenko.

Russia was one of the first countries to adopt a law regulating the platform economy. This July, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed the law. The new measures will come into effect on October 1, 2026.

The meeting was attended by Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov and Minister of Digital Development Maksut Shadayev, as well as representatives of the largest e-commerce platforms from Russia and China.

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