Russia is in talks with ASEAN nations to boost liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, according to Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov. The region's energy consumption is projected to rise significantly by 2050, creating opportunities for Russian energy products. Food and fertilizer exports are also areas of expansion.
Russia's fish and seafood exports to China rose 13% in volume and 46% in value from January to April 2026, reaching 550,000 tons worth over $1.6 billion, according to the Fish Union.
The average price of exported products surpassed $3,000 per ton
The UK and EU are close to finalising a sanitary and phytosanitary agreement to reduce Brexit trade barriers. The deal would end physical checks on farm produce and eliminate £200 veterinary certificates, while potentially removing "Not for EU" labelling requirements. It could significantly boost Scottish langoustine and oyster exports, though customs, VAT and safety declarations will still be required. The agreement involves "dynamic alignment" with EU rules, though critics argue the UK has leverage for a mutual recognition approach instead.
