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SPIEF: Mordovia and Rosagroleasing Expand Cooperation
On June 3, at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, the Head of Mordovia, Artem Zdunov, held a meeting with Pavel Kosov, General Director of JSC Rosagroleasing. The discussion focused on developing cooperation. For Mordovia, agriculture is one of the key economic sectors. The republic has significant production, human resources and investment potential, makes a substantial contribution to ensuring the country’s food security, and is consistently expanding its export activities.
The delegation of Mordovia is participating in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
The XXIX St. Petersburg International Economic Forum is being held in St. Petersburg from 3 to 6 June. The delegation of the Republic of Mordovia, headed by the region’s leader Artem Zdunov, is taking part in the event. The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum is a unique event in the world of economics and business. It is held under the patronage and with the participation of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The forum is a leading platform for communication between government representatives and business circles, as well as for discussing key economic issues.
The 4th Annual Land Forum “Mastor” was held in Saransk
The fourth annual Land Forum “Mastor” took place in Saransk. It was organised by the Government of the Republic of Mordovia with the support of the Regional Development Corporation. The event brought together representatives of federal and regional authorities, the business community, and the academic sphere, as well as delegates from five countries: the Republic of Belarus, the Sultanate of Oman, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the Republic of Azerbaijan.
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Artyom Zdunov on the results of the KazanForum: "We're coming here to attract investors to Mordovia"
On May 15, Artyom Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, took part in the plenary session of the 2026 International Economic Forum "Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum." Its main theme was "From Points on the Map to Points of Growth: Combining Technological and Financial Initiatives." Marat Khusnullin, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation and Chairman of the Organizing Committee for the International Economic Forum "Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum," emphasized: "Today, Russia is a country with a population of over 150 million people, comprising 89 regions and 153,000 settlements. Since 2022, the country's development priorities have shifted – we are more focused on the East, the Pacific region, and Asia. This has significantly impacted all our plans. Muslim countries are our strategic partners. We all face the same development challenges, so let's share experiences so that the people of our countries can live prosperous and fulfilling lives."
Mordovia is ready to expand its exports to Uzbekistan
On May 15, on the sidelines of the International Economic Forum "Russia – Islamic World: Kazan Forum," Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, met with Jamshid Khodjaev, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Uzbekistan is one of Mordovia's key partners in Central Asia. Over the past four years, trade between the regions has grown more than 2.5 times, reaching almost $20 million by the end of 2025.
Medicines from Mordovia to be shipped to Egypt and the UAE
On the sidelines of the Russia — Islamic World forum in Kazan, the Mordovia team is actively working to strengthen international ties. During a meeting between Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, and Ahmed El‑Sobki, Chairman of the Health Authority of the Arab Republic of Egypt, pharmaceutical partnership was discussed. “Mordovia’s economic case can be seen as a model: you have managed to significantly improve the economic situation and reduce the debt burden in a short time,” emphasised Ahmed El‑Sobki. “We had a chance to get acquainted with your companies at the stand. We were particularly impressed by the pharmaceutical industry.”
Kazakhstan is Mordovia’s largest foreign trade partner
On May 15, the Mordovia delegation held a meeting with Arman Shakkaliyev, Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, on the sidelines of the International Economic Forum Russia — Islamic World: KazanForum. Kazakhstan is among the key foreign trade partners of our republic — its share in the total export volume exceeds 40 %. Over recent years, the trade turnover has almost doubled. The republic exports rolling stock, cable products, electrical equipment, and foodstuffs. In turn, Kazakhstan supplies machinery, chemical products, plastics, and paper.
KazanForum: Mordovia Strengthens Ties with Strategic Partners
On May 15, on the sidelines of the International Economic Forum Russia — Islamic World: KazanForum, Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, held a series of business meetings with the republic’s industrial partners to expand cooperation chains. The Republic of Mordovia and KAMAZ PJSC have been cooperating quite closely in building cooperation chains. In 2025, the volume of supplies of products from Mordovian manufacturers to KAMAZ enterprises more than doubled compared to 2024.
The number of Mordovian enterprises entering the Kyrgyz market is growing
On May 15, on the sidelines of the International Economic Forum Russia — Islamic World: KazanForum, Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, met with Daniyar Amangeldiyev, First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. “I’m glad to welcome you at our stand,” said the Head of Mordovia. “It is a great honour for us to host a high‑ranking representative of the Kyrgyz Republic — our reliable partner and good neighbour. Relations between Mordovia and Kyrgyzstan have deep historical roots and a steady positive dynamic. Over the past three years, our trade turnover has grown significantly. Mutual interest remains high, and the structure of supplies is becoming increasingly diversified. The number of Mordovian enterprises entering the Kyrgyz market is also growing. Your consumers are well acquainted with our pharmaceutical products, electrical equipment, timber, aluminium goods, grain processing products, confectionery, and meat products. We see great potential in exporting medicines, solar modules, fibre‑cement products, as well as in developing industrial and agricultural cooperation and implementing joint initiatives.”
Mordovia boosts interregional cooperation at the economic forum in Kazan
The industrial and economic potential of Mordovia was presented to a range of Russian enterprises at the international economic forum in Kazan. The development of interregional cooperation was discussed by Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, and Gulshat Zagidullina, General Director of Tatlift. For Mordovia, the modernisation of urban and social infrastructure is of strategic importance. Systematic collaboration with domestic partners plays a priority role in addressing this challenge. Tatlift is one of the prominent Russian companies in the production, installation, and maintenance of elevator equipment.