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The Republic of Mordovia and Napitki Vmeste confirmed the development of a long-term partnership at the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. Artem Zdunov, Head of the Republic, and Nikolai Tyurnikov, CEO of the company, set priorities for 2026: modernizing the Saransk plant and launching an educational program at N.P. Ogarev Moscow State University.
SPIEF: Mordovia and STM Sign Agreement to Establish Trolleybus Assembly Facility
At the SPIEF, Artem Zdunov, Head of the Republic of Mordovia, and Alexander Misharin, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sinara – Transport Machines (STM), signed a memorandum of intent to implement an investment project in the Republic to establish an assembly production complex. The complex is planned to produce Sinara 6254 trolleybuses for Saransk and other Russian cities. The Republic of Mordovia will provide a production site for the project and the necessary organizational and legal support. STM will organize production, including the supply of vehicle kits, installation of the necessary technological equipment, personnel training, and technical support.
Mordovia Improves Its Position in the National Investment Climate Ranking
Mordovia confirmed its status as one of the most comfortable regions for doing business, entering the top 10 of the National Investment Climate Ranking. The results of the annual study were announced at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF). According to the final assessment, the region ranked eighth, sharing the same position with the Smolensk Region. As a reminder, a year earlier, Mordovia ranked ninth.
A working meeting between Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, and Sergei Dankvert, Head of the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance, took place on the sidelines of the SPIEF. The discussion focused on expanding the export of agricultural products from Mordovia. It was noted that Mordovia is fully self-sufficient in basic food products and has significant export potential. For certain products, 40% to 80% of the total production volume is exported outside the region.
SPIEF: Mordovia and Rosselkhozbank Expand "Organic Food for Children" Project
At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum on June 4, Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, and Boris Listov, Chairman of the Management Board of Rosselkhozbank, signed a memorandum of cooperation aimed at developing organic agriculture, supporting domestic organic producers, and fostering a healthy eating culture. Specifically, this concerns the expansion of the "Organic Food for Children" project. Mordovia is currently among the top ten regions in the country in terms of the number of certified organic producers. Eight organic producers operate in the region, and the state support system provides additional incentives for businesses that have achieved the appropriate certification.
In Mordovia, a full‑cycle production of drugs for rare diseases will be established
At the St. Petersburg Forum, Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, and Pyotr Bely, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Promomed PJSC, took part in signing an agreement between the Industry Development Fund (IDF) and the Biokhimik plant, which is part of the Promomed Group of Companies. The document on granting a льготный loan (preferential loan) to Biokhimik for establishing production of medicines for rare (orphan) diseases was signed by Roman Petrutsa, Director of the IDF, and Alexander Efremov, General Director of Promomed PJSC.
SPIEF: Artem Zdunov and Andrey Ryumin Discussed Development of Mordovia's Electric Grid Complex
Artem Zdunov, Head of the Republic of Mordovia, and Andrey Ryumin, CEO of PJSC Rosseti, held a meeting at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. It was noted that the efficient work of energy companies provides a reliable foundation for the region's economic and social development. The possibility of strengthening cooperation, including in industrial cooperation, was discussed.
On June 4, a panel session entitled "Regions in the Face of Global Challenges: How to Maintain Financial Stability and Stimulate Development" was held on the sidelines of the SPIEF, featuring Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov. The session discussed ways to improve cooperation between the federal center and the regions, how to most effectively stimulate economic development in the constituent entities of the Russian Federation, including investment activity, and whether mechanisms for treasury loans and regional debt write-offs need to be refined.
On June 4, at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, took part in the session titled “Technological Breakthrough and Transformation of Control and Supervisory Activities: A New Quality of Regulation”. The session was moderated by Svetlana Orlova, Auditor of the Accounts Chamber of the Russian Federation. She noted that improving regulatory policy - along with introducing modern management methods into public administration and carrying out large‑scale digital transformation — is crucial for Russia’s successful development.
SPIEF: Mordovia and the Moskvich Automobile Plant Sign Cooperation Agreement
The Republic of Mordovia and the Moskvich Automobile Plant signed a cooperation agreement on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. The document was signed by Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, and Elena Frolova, General Director of JSC MAZ Moskvich. The agreement provides, among other things, for expanded cooperation and the development of transportation projects in the Republic.
SPIEF: Artem Zdunov and Svetlana Chupsheva Discuss Joint Projects of the ASI and Mordovia
At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, a meeting was held between Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, and Svetlana Chupsheva, General Director of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives (ASI). The discussion focused on implementing joint projects that promote the development of the economy, social sphere, municipalities, and entrepreneurial initiatives.
SPIEF: Mordovia to Boost International Trade with Sber’s Support
At SPIEF 2026, the Republic of Mordovia and Sber have agreed to jointly develop foreign economic cooperation and expand the region’s export potential. The cooperation agreement was signed by Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, and Mikhail Chachin, Vice President and Director of the Public Sector Department at Sberbank PJSC. The parties are launching a joint programme for digitalising exports and supporting local producers — without financial obligations, but with full legal transparency.