The key measures for developing export activities in Russia

Relevance. Export activity is a subject to state regulation in the context of ensuring the realization of national interests and stimulating the production of technological products with high added value, as well as an effective means of advancing political interests. In Russia, export performance cannot be considered satisfactory due to its commodity structure, which is dominated by raw materials. Imports are dominated by processed goods with higher added value.
The purpose of the paper is to formulate measures for the development of export activities in Russia.
Objectives: to review the state of Russia's export activities in the context of sanctions restrictions; identify the key factors that limit export activities in Russia; analyze the main legal acts that have a direct impact on the development of exports; and formulate proposals for the development of export activities in Russia.
Methodology. It was conducted the analysis of regulatory documents governing key aspects of export activities in Russia. Using inductive and deductive methods, the authors have attempted to assess the prospects for Russia realizing its logistics potential.
Results. An analysis of Bank of Russia data, along with the authors’ assessments, have allowed to identify internal factors limiting exports. The first group of factors relates to problems with implementing export customs procedures. The second group of factors relates to the development of Russia’s transport and logistics complex and its participation in international trade flows. As a result, problematic aspects were systematized and directions for export development were proposed.
Conclusion. To develop export activity in Russia, efforts must be focused on transforming the economic structure with a focus on high-value-added products, realizing the potential for developing the country’s transport and logistics potential, and expanding the use of digital technologies in government agencies to reduce the burden on businesses.

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