Published on: 2026-10-16
Source: Government of the Russian Federation –
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Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin chaired a meeting of the organizational committee for the preparation and holding of the International Economic Forum “Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum” in 2027. The event was attended by the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan, Deputy Chairman of the forum’s organizing committee Rustam Minnikhanov, Advisor to the President of Russia, Deputy Chairman – Executive Secretary of the organizing committee Anton Kobyakov, as well as representatives of federal ministries and agencies.
“KazanForum is one of the key platforms for developing economic interaction between Russia and the countries of the Islamic world. In recent years, we have managed to significantly expand the geography of participants and generate steady interest from foreign partners. This year, about 10 thousand representatives from 99 countries and 75 regions of Russia took part in the business program. In 2027, the forum will be held at the federal level for the fifth time, from May 4 to 6. The preparation of the upcoming forum should be primarily focused on practical results. Our common goal is to hold the event at the highest level,” noted Marat Khusnullin, chairman of the forum’s organizing committee.
During the meeting, proposals were considered for the formation of the business program of the forum in 2027. Among the main directions are Islamic finance and investments, the halal industry, transport and logistics, technology and artificial intelligence. It is planned to continue the practice of holding meetings of intergovernmental commissions, expand the participation of Russian regions and companies in the exhibition program, and pay more attention to the presentation of investment projects.
“KazanForum has established itself as one of the key platforms for constructive dialogue between Russia and the countries of the Islamic world. This year, among the most significant events were the meetings of the intergovernmental commissions with Indonesia and Mali, as well as the meeting of the co-chairs of the intergovernmental commission with Tajikistan. The upcoming year 2027 in Tatarstan has been declared the Year of Mintimer Shaimiev; the first president of the Republic of Tatarstan will celebrate his 90th birthday. Mintimer Sharipovich was at the origins of the strategic vision group ‘Russia – Islamic World’. It is important to reflect this significant date in the forum program to emphasize the continuity of cultural dialogue traditions and the strengthening of partnership ties between Russia and the countries of the Islamic world,” noted the head of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov.
Deputy Chairman and Executive Secretary of the Organizing Committee Anton Kobyakov noted that on the platform of the forum “Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum”, Russia’s cooperation with Islamic countries is realized based on respect and partnership.
“In accordance with the directive of the President of the Russian Federation, KazanForum year after year convincingly confirms its status as a platform for interaction between Russia and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, as well as a number of other states and international organizations that are interested in this format of developing bilateral and multilateral relations. On this platform, cooperation between Russia and the Islamic world takes practical form, built on principles of mutual respect, pragmatism, and trust, allowing for consistent implementation of joint projects and strengthening of partnership ties,” said Anton Kobyakov.
Following the discussion, the Deputy Prime Minister instructed the Ministry of Economic Development of Russia, together with the Republic of Tatarstan, to work out the architecture of the business program. The Ministry of Economic Development and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia will prepare proposals on the main topic of the plenary session, and jointly with the Ministry of Industry and Trade will work out the organization of intergovernmental commissions with foreign partners. In addition, tasks have been set to attract Russian and foreign companies to participate in the International Cooperation Exhibition.
The international economic forum “Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum” has been held annually since 2009. Its main goal is to develop trade-economic, investment, and socio-cultural ties between Russia and the states of the Islamic world.
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