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Self-Employed and Digital Platforms: What Will Change from October 1 From October 1, 2026, digital platforms will begin applying a new control mechanism when working with self-employed individuals and individual entrepreneurs. The changes do not cancel the professional income tax regime and do not prohibit cooperation with contractors, but introduce additional measures aimed at preventing the substitution of labor relations. Let's figure out who will be affected by the new requirements and what businesses need to consider. From October 1, 2026, the provisions of Federal Law No. 289-FZ dated July 31, 2025 "On Certain Issues of Regulation of the Platform Economy in the Russian Federation" come into force. In furtherance of this law, the Government of the Russian Federation adopted Resolution No. 760 dated June 19, 2026, which approved the…

In recent years, Russian businesses have been operating under constantly changing legislation, rising mandatory payments, and increasing administrative burden. For many small companies and individual entrepreneurs, the choice of a tax system has become not just a matter of convenience, but one of the key factors of financial sustainability. One tool that deserves special attention is the Automated Simplified Taxation System (АSTS). What is АSTS? The Automated Simplified Taxation System is a special tax regime introduced as an experiment by Federal Law No. 17‑FZ of February 25, 2022. Currently, the experiment has been extended until December 31, 2027 inclusive, and its conditions remain stable throughout the entire period. The main idea of the regime is to maximize automation of tax calculations and significantly reduce the administrative burden on businesses. Who is…

We invite you to take part in the V Jubilee International Forum "Woman of the Third Millennium" November 18–19, 2026 | Moscow, Russia Moscow, November 18–19, 2026 — In November 2026, the historic Cultural Centre of the Main Directorate for Servicing the Diplomatic Corps (GlavUpDK) under the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – the heart of Russian diplomacy – will host the V Jubilee International Forum "Woman of the Third Millennium". The event is held with the information support of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Rossotrudnichestvo, and the Information Centre of the Moscow Government. The year 2026 has been declared the Year of Unity of Peoples in Russia. The Forum will become a vibrant platform for strengthening ties between women from different countries and continents. We expect participants from…

The Federal Tax Service reminds: by June 1, 2026 inclusive, certain categories of individuals must submit a report on the movement of funds and other financial assets in foreign accounts and deposits for 2025. This refers to the requirements of currency legislation stipulated by Article 12 of Federal Law No. 173-FZ of December 10, 2003 “On Currency Regulation and Currency Control”. The obligation applies to individuals — currency residents of the Russian Federation who have accounts (deposits) in banks and other financial market organizations outside Russia, as well as those who use electronic payment instruments of foreign payment service providers — in cases established by law. What must be submitted A report on the movement of funds and other financial assets in foreign accounts and deposits, as well as information…

In our professional work, we often use the concepts of "crisis intervention", "search for consensus" and "de-escalation of conflict". At the negotiating tables, in "hot" moments, these skills really help to find a mutual solution. But returning home, many of us successful and powerful women suddenly discover that the most difficult negotiator is our own child, who sometimes throws ultimatums on the table or silently slams the door of the room. Why do the principles of diplomatic etiquette, which we brilliantly use at work, fail in communicating with our own children? And how, finally, to conclude a "non-aggression pact" in the family, ceasing to be the attorney general, but becoming an ally? I'll draw a parallel that has saved me and my colleagues more than once. Negotiating with a teenager…

Starting May 1, 2026, mandatory labeling of certain types of radio-electronic products comes into force in Russia. The new rules were approved by Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 1954 of November 28, 2025, and represent another major step in expanding the state system for digital traceability of goods. If a few years ago labeling was seen as an experiment for footwear, tobacco, and clothing, now the electronics market — one of the largest trade segments — is gradually coming under state control. For businesses, this means not just the appearance of new stickers on products, but a fundamental restructuring of several processes: from imports and warehouse accounting to cash registers, EDI, and working with marketplaces. What exactly is subject to labeling Radio-electronic products included in the…

On April 30, 2026, the Moscow House of Nationalities hosted a strategic meeting of the International Discussion Club “VISION 3000” on the topic: “Generation of Meanings: Youth Policy, Creative Industries, and Social Initiatives as Drivers of Social Development.” The event was supported by the Government of Moscow (Department of National Policy and Interregional Relations). The general information partner is the online media outlet “Embassy Life”. As part of the meeting, Elena Viktorovna Kaiser – Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, reproductive health expert, mother of five children, member of the NGO “International Women’s Union” – delivered a profound, candid, and highly relevant report. Her presentation, built on personal experience and years of practice, resonated strongly with the participants. Below is the full text of her speech. 🎤 Speech by Elena Kaiser: Full Text Hello. My name is Elena Kaiser. I…

On April 30, 2026, a strategic meeting of the International Discussion Club "VISION 3000" was held at the Moscow House of Nationalities on the topic: "The generation of Meanings: youth policy, creative industries and social initiatives as drivers of social development". The event was supported by Moscow Government (Department of National Policy and Interregional Relations). General Information Partner — online publication "Embassy life". The meeting was attended by representatives of federal and regional authorities, diplomatic missions, leaders of public and youth organizations, experts in the field of mentoring, social engineering, public diplomacy, as well as students of Moscow universities and young journalists. Opening of the meeting   Alfiya Amirova, President of the International Discussion Club "VISION 3000", President of the International Women's Union— opened the meeting, noting the high relevance of the topic…

President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin has signed a federal law clarifying certain provisions of the 2026 tax reform (Federal Law No. 104-FZ dated 04/25/2026 "On Amendments to Part Two of the Tax Code of the Russian Federation"). The document contains a number of changes affecting the value added tax, the simplified taxation system, the patent system and insurance premiums. Below are the basic norms. VAT exemption for catering From April 1 to December 31, 2026, organizations and individual entrepreneurs in the field of public catering using the USN are exempt from VAT if the conditions are met: revenue for 2025 does not exceed 60 million rubles.; The share of income from catering activities is at least 70%. In 2026, the requirement for compliance of the average salary…

The Regional Public Organization "International Women's Union" announces the appointment of Anna Vasilievna Zakaidze to the position of Director of the Department for Social Design and Crisis Intervention. The relevant order was signed by the President of the organization, Alfia Ravilievna Amirova. Anna Zakaidze has been appointed for a term of one year. In her new role, she will be responsible for the development and implementation of social projects, as well as for coordinating efforts in the field of crisis psychological assistance, primarily to women and children. The "International Women's Union" is a public organization that brings together energetic and goal-oriented leaders from around the world. The organization's mission is to create conditions for empowering women in business, science, creativity, and public activity, to strengthen international cooperation, and to preserve cultural heritage. The organization…