# Eastern Economic Forum 2026 > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/eastern-economic-forum-2026 > Updated: 2026-09-03T07:51:42.000Z. Sources: 48. Developments: 5. The 11th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), held in Vladivostok from September 1 to September 4, 2026, focused on ‘Developing the Far East for the Benefit of Its People’. The event served as a platform for Russia to strengthen Asia-Pacific economic ties and attract foreign investment amidst Western sanctions. Participation included representatives from approximately 80 countries, including leaders from Indonesia, Mongolia, Myanmar, and China. President Vladimir Putin emphasized the “unprecedented character” of Russia-China relations, noting that bilateral trade reached nearly $240 billion in 2025. Energy cooperation remains a central pillar, with discussions covering the Power of Siberia projects, Arctic liquefied natural gas ventures, and preparations for a new natural gas supply route through the Far East to China. Technological advancement was also a key theme; Putin announced that quantum communication is expected to cover all regional capitals in the Russian Far East by 2030. Infrastructure development remains a priority for Eurasian connectivity. Amur Region Governor Vasily Orlov revealed plans for a 16 billion rouble project to link the Chinese city of Mohe with Russia’s Far East and the Northern Sea Route via a combined rail-and-road bridge across the Amur River. This Mohe–Dzhalinda route would provide access to the Northern Sea Route via the Lena River. Regarding the conflict in Ukraine, Putin stated that “chances exist” for a diplomatic resolution if Russia and Ukraine reach an agreement directly. He noted that contacts continue primarily through intelligence services and accused Western allies of being “accomplices to international terrorism” for their silence regarding attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure and maritime vessels. ## Claims - Russia-China trade reached nearly $240 billion in 2025. (disputed by 3 sources) - Trade volume between Russia and China exceeded $200 billion annually over the last three years. (disputed by 2 sources) - The 11th Eastern Economic Forum is being held in Vladivostok from September 1 to 4. (corroborated by 17 sources) - Vladimir Putin stated that a diplomatic resolution to the conflict in Ukraine is possible. (corroborated by 10 sources) - Putin characterized attacks on civilian vessels and threats to civil aviation as state terrorism. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Russia and China anticipate a new trade record in 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Vladimir Putin described Russia-China relations as having an unprecedented character. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Vladimir Putin arrived in Vladivostok from Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. (single source) - Vietnam's Consul General proposed shifting from connecting ideas to connecting projects to boost Eurasian connectivity. (single source) - Combined exports and imports through the Russian Far East reached nearly 280 million tons in 2025. (single source) - Russia and China are cooperating on nuclear energy projects, including VVER-1200 reactors. (single source) - Russia is preparing to launch a new natural gas supply route through the Far East to China. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-03: Russia and China discuss Far East infrastructure and quantum tech At the Eastern Economic Forum, Russia and China discussed new infrastructure projects, including a planned Arctic trade route and a goal for quantum communication coverage in the Far East by 2030. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/russia-and-china-discuss-far-east-infrastructure-and-quantum-tech ### 2026-09-02: Eastern Economic Forum: Putin highlights Russia-China ties and Ukraine peace prospects At the 11th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Vladimir Putin highlighted unprecedented Russia-China ties and discussed potential diplomatic paths for the Ukraine conflict. 37 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vladimir-putin-attends-eastern-economic-forum-in-vladivostok ### 2026-08-31: Eastern Economic Forum opens in Vladivostok with high-level Chinese delegation The 11th Eastern Economic Forum has opened in Vladivostok, featuring a high-level Chinese delegation and approximately 5,500 participants focused on Far East development and Russia-China cooperation. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eastern-economic-forum-opens-in-vladivostok-with-high-level-chinese-delegation ### 2026-08-30: Eastern Economic Forum focuses on Far East development and Asia-Pacific ties The 11th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok focused on Far East development, featuring a key bilateral meeting between Russian President Putin and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eastern-economic-forum-focuses-on-far-east-development-and-asia-pacific-ties ### 2026-08-27: Eastern Economic Forum 2026 to host representatives from over 70 countries Over 70 countries, including China, India, and Japan, will participate in the 2026 Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok to discuss Far East development and the creative economy. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eastern-economic-forum-2026-to-host-representatives-from-over-70-countries --- Cite as: Eastern Economic Forum 2026. 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