According to Deputy Industry and Trade Minister Roman Chekushov, Russia's parallel imports amounted to $6.3 billion during the first four months of 2023. This figure indicates a monthly average of approximately $1.5 billion, marking a stabilization in demand for such goods. Chekushov noted that this volume is significantly lower compared to the initial period after the introduction of the parallel import mechanism in March 2022. The decrease is attributed to the establishment of new manufacturing facilities within Russia and a strategic shift towards importing goods from countries deemed friendly. The list of goods eligible for parallel import continues to be updated as needed. These insights were shared during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), which took place from June 3 to 6, 2023, under the theme "Pragmatic Dialogue: The Path to a Stable Future." The forum aimed to discuss the evolving landscape of global economic development amid ongoing transformations.