Russian Lawmakers Authorize Creation Of National Messaging Service

Russian Lawmakers Authorize Creation Of National Messaging Service

Russian lawmakers took a major step toward the creation of a Russian “super app,” passing legislation authorizing the creation of a national instant messaging service.

The Russian State Duma adopted a law on the creation of a national messenger

By Paul Jouvenet, essayist and consultant in international affairs. Eurasia Business News, June 11, 2025. Article no.1552. The State Duma of Russia has just adopted a new federal law establishing a national multifunctional digital service that will serve as a national messenger for correspondence, telephone calls, and as a platform to receive public and commercial services. This new service will be based on Russian software and integrated with t…