The State Duma approved in the first reading an increase in VAT from 20% to 22% starting in 2026.

The State Duma approved in the first reading an increase in VAT from 20% to 22% starting in 2026.

@varlamov_news 22 Oct 2025, 16:36

The State Duma approved in the first reading a three-year budget project that includes tax increases and anticipates a deficit of 3.79 trillion rubles in 2026, focusing on social obligations and defense financing.

@meduzalive 22 Oct 2025, 12:02