Российско-Азиатский союз промышленников и предпринимателей

The event brought together representatives of government authorities, business, development institutions, and expert communities from Russia, India, and other BRICS countries, serving as a platform for discussing practical avenues for further cooperation.

• Lubarto Sartoyo — Head of the Department for cooperation with ASEAN Countries
• Lavlish Tanedzha — Head of the Department for cooperation with India
• Ekaterina Andreas — Head of the Creative Industries Committee
• Daria Kasyanova — Deputy Head of the Creative Industries Committee

The business program featured the participation of H.E. Vinay Kumar, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of India to Russia; Sergey Cheremin, Minister of the Moscow Government; Alexey Shaposhnikov, Chairman of the Moscow City Duma; Sammy Kotwani, President of IBA and SITA Center; as well as representatives of RSPP, the Russian CCI, Skolkovo, the Agency for Strategic Initiatives, technology businesses, and the creative sector.

Key discussion areas included:

• BRICS financial and digital infrastructure
• Technology and innovation
• Interregional ties
• Education and human capital development
• Creative economy

The forum addressed culture, design, cinema, animation, video games, digital solutions, and new approaches to working with cultural heritage. It is at the intersection of culture, technology, science, education, and entrepreneurship that new opportunities for joint projects emerge. Such initiatives not only facilitate experience exchange but also enable the integration of competencies across countries, the creation of new products, and the development of sustainable partnership models.

The "India Day" format is telling: the business agenda and cultural dialogue complement each other, creating a space for mutual understanding as well as for new practical initiatives.

The Business Council for Cooperation with Mongolia of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) and the Society for Russian-Mongolian Friendship invite Russian businesses to take part in a series of key events in Ulaanbaatar:

• Second Forum of Regions of Russia and Mongolia (September 14–15, 2026)
• XIX Joint Trade and Economic Forum of the CCIs of Russia, Mongolia, and China (September 17–20, 2026)
• 45th International Universal Exhibition "Gateway to Asia"
• Russian-Mongolian Conference on Medicine and Healthcare
• Roundtable "Russia — Mongolia: Strategic Partnership in Mining and Heavy Industry" (held as part of Mongolia's Mining Week)
• B2B Contact Exchange (September 14)

The event is organized by JSC "SME Corporation" jointly with the CCI of Russia and will take place within the framework of the Regions Forum. The goal is to find partners for export/import and to establish joint production ventures.

Key sectors for negotiations:

• Agriculture and agribusiness
• Construction
• Textile industry
• Cosmetics / medicine
• Wood processingMechanical engineering
• Logistics

Participants will have the opportunity to:

• Present their products and services
• Hold direct negotiations with potential partners
• Discuss cooperation and entry into the Mongolian market

RAUIE recommends that Russian companies consider participating in these events as an opportunity to enter the promising Mongolian market and strengthen business ties with partners from Asia.

This week marked the close of the international exhibition "ROSTKI 2026," which brought together representatives of business, government, and expert communities from Russia and Asian countries. RAUIE, jointly with Bank Tochka, co-organized one of the key business sessions focused on how the platform economy is connecting Russia and China.

Key topics of the session included:

• E-commerce, digital services, and platform solutions in logistics and industrial cooperation
• How digital platforms are becoming a "digital bridge" for small and medium-sized businesses in both countries

The session was moderated by Ekaterina Smirnova — Director of Sales and Foreign Economic Activity Development at Bank Tochka.

Among the speakers were:

• Jin Haifeng — General Representative of Shandong Province (a key economic hub of China with a GRP of over 9 trillion yuan, ranking among the top three in China for industrial output and foreign trade)
• Daria Vishnyakova — Head of Project Team at Asia Pacific Agency
• Yaroslav Saleev — Founder and CEO of RSI GARANT Group
• Natalia Vozianova — Partner in Corporate Taxation Practice and Head of Asian Markets Practice at Technology of Trust, RAUIE Tax Expert
• Amy Zhang — Procurement Director at Optio.ru
• Alexander Lebedev — Director of Overseas Procurement at Bank Tochka

Natalia Vozianova delivered a detailed analysis of current tax aspects of the platform economy that businesses must critically consider:

• New rules under 289-FZ — effective October 1, 2026, a more formalized model for intermediary platforms will be introduced. Operators are required to verify partner information, document settlement procedures, and ensure transparent data exchange with the Federal Tax Service.
• Cross‑border trade — changes are being prepared regarding VAT (with a projected phased increase in rates by 2029) and adjustments to customs regulation.
• Risks and prevention — the importance of proper documentary confirmation of expenses and revenue recognition, as well as tax risks associated with the creation of a "permanent establishment" for foreign companies operating through Russian warehouses and marketplaces.

The RAUIE session confirmed the growing importance of the platform economy as a driver of Russian‑Chinese economic cooperation.

RAUIE continues its systematic efforts to integrate Russian and Asian businesses, bringing together leading consultants, the banking sector, and industrial enterprises.

On August 14, at the initiative of RAUIE and the Association of Chinese Automobile Manufacturers in Russia, a working meeting was held with a Chinese delegation from Shenzhen at the VOLIN Technical Center. The request from the Chinese colleagues was specific — they wanted to see firsthand how Russian service stations operate, are equipped, and utilized.

The site chosen for the tour was a RAUIE partner facility — the VOLIN Technical Center (over 12,000 m²), headed by Olga Selezneva, Chairperson of the RASTO Association. The guests inspected 34 mechanical and assembly bays, 18 paint and body shop bays, a detailing center, a car wash, a tire fitting area, as well as a MAHA diagnostic line, Hunter Road Force® Elite balancing stands, and a spare parts warehouse with over 50,000 items. Of particular interest was the training center, which holds a license for professional education.

The delegation comprised 16 representatives from Chinese manufacturers and suppliers of equipment, tools, and educational solutions for auto service centers. Key areas included diagnostic and tire fitting equipment, lifts, automation, and driving school simulators. The companies are aiming for long‑term partnerships with Russia.

Mr. Huang Yangdong, President of Shenzhen Besita Technology Co., Ltd., highly praised the scale and equipment of the center and presented a report on technologies ready to enter the Russian market. On the Russian side, colleagues from the VOLIN Technical Center and the FIT SERVICE network spoke about market needs, trends, and promising niches. Pavel Lunin, CEO of the Index agency, backed up the discussion with analytics: how many service stations there are in the country, how often cars visit them, and what the main problems of the service market are.

The outcome of the meeting — the parties agreed to exchange specific requests and opportunities. Next steps include developing joint projects.

RAUIE, together with the Association of Chinese Automobile Manufacturers in Russia, continues to facilitate international dialogue, turning inquiries into business contacts and contacts into projects.