Balance of payments in the first quarter: export dynamics are better than imports

Summary:

The document provides an overview of the strategic plan of the Federal Customs Service of Russia for 2023, aimed at reducing the importation of goods and improving the country's trade balance. The plan involves optimizing logistics, reducing transportation costs, and increasing the use of digital technologies. The goal is to reduce imports, increase exports, and improve the country's trade balance. The plan also targets SMEs and entrepreneurs, providing them with support and infrastructure to increase their competitiveness.

The document highlights the need to reduce import dependence, improve the country's competitiveness, and increase the share of domestic production in the domestic market. It also emphasizes the importance of digitalization, innovation, and the use of modern technologies in the customs sector.

The document presents a comprehensive plan for the development of the customs sector in Russia, aiming to improve the country's trade balance, increase exports, and reduce imports.