"We maintain active participation in tax cooperation with the BRICS countries, and despite external sanctions pressure, we observe a significant increase in collaboration with friendly nations," Egorov announced.

"In 2026, a joint training programme for tax officials from the #BRICS countries will be launched. We are establishing a knowledge base containing current materials on tax systems, business administration, and communication channels for foreign taxpayers in the BRICS nations," the FTS Head added.

"Emerging economies, first and foremost the #BRICS nations, are growing quickly and displacing developed economies. We are now witnessing these shifts—the confident, accelerated development of so-called developing countries. We observe the resistance and reluctance of developed economies to yield their position. This is evident across the board, in technology and other sectors. We support the growing share and influence of emerging economies and believe this growth should be reflected within all institutional structures," he stated.

"The urgency of this topic requires no further explanation. All #BRICS nations recognise this reality, with many facing direct terrorist threats," the Deputy Minister added.

"These units need to establish connections and multiply the impact of their work. This will help reduce duplication while ensuring proper focus and efficient use of limited resources in this field," the Deputy Minister stressed.

"We are exploring the possibility of settlements in local currencies with #BRICS countries. We submitted a formal request to the Central Bank after numerous shipping companies approached us seeking to shift from US dollar payments to alternative currencies," he stated.