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From 2026, the new Russia–UAE double tax treaty reduces the tax burden and provides additional benefits for businesses and investors, while increasing requirements for substance and tax transparency.

From June 1, 2026, Russia will introduce the SPOT system for imports from the EAEU, requiring businesses to pre-register shipments and make a security payment, otherwise goods may be denied entry.

The EU has partially eased sanctions on window components for the first time in four years, allowing German manufacturers to obtain individual export permits for supplies to Russia.

Transfer pricing rules are tightening: mandatory reporting now also applies to non-resource sector companies, increasing the risk of fines for failure to submit documents.

Legislative changes clarify rules on personal data processing, business registration, PPP and migration, and expand SEZs and investment measures, affecting businesses, investors and foreign nationals.