EAEU transport ministers advance digital corridors and trade cooperation

Transport ministers from the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) met in St. Petersburg as part of the International Transport and Logistics Forum. The session, led by Kazakhstan's Transport Minister Nurlan Sauranbayev, focused on key transport initiatives and digital advancements across the bloc. The Council of Heads of Transport Authorities reviewed progress on the Comprehensive Plan for Eurasian Transport Corridors. They approved performance indicators and corridor passports, setting clear benchmarks for future development. Discussions also covered the digitisation of transport systems, including information support for vehicle inspections at EAEU borders.

Arzybek Kozhoshev, Minister for Energy and Infrastructure of the Eurasian Economic Commission, presented updates on the Key Directions of Transport Policy. He also briefed the board on the Subcommittee on Transport and Transit Cooperation, formed under the EAEU-Iran free trade agreement.

Members finalised data requirements for special permits involving oversized, heavy, or hazardous freight. They also approved a report on improving railway capacity information exchange among member states. Long-term integration goals will now be added to the 2027–2029 Transport Policy Roadmap.

Preparations for joint infrastructure projects with third countries were another focus. However, no new developments in EAEU transport corridors were reported, as recent sources have concentrated on unrelated topics. The meeting concluded with agreements on digital testing, permit standards, and policy roadmaps. These steps aim to streamline transport operations and strengthen cooperation within the EAEU and beyond. The outcomes will guide future projects and regulatory frameworks.