The Federal Tax Service of Russia participated in a high‑level discussion on the revision of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Tax Cooperation Agreement held in St. Petersburg. The meeting gathered tax officials from Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to review the current framework and propose amendments that would facilitate smoother cross‑border tax administration. Key topics included the alignment of VAT settlement procedures, the exchange of digital traceability data for goods flows, and the harmonisation of reporting standards for multinational groups operating within the CIS. Officials highlighted the successful pilot of an electronic exchange platform that reduced processing times by 30 percent and discussed plans to expand its scope to cover additional financial instruments. The agreement’s updated provisions aim to strengthen fiscal stability across the member states, reduce tax evasion, and support the integration of emerging digital economies. Participants also emphasized the importance of capacity‑building programmes and joint training initiatives to ensure that tax administrations can effectively implement the new technical mechanisms. The outcomes of the St. Petersburg session are expected to be formally adopted at the next CIS Tax Commissioners meeting, paving the way for a more cohesive and efficient tax environment throughout the region.