The Bank of Russia is set to introduce new regulations aimed at easing the capital burden on banks involved in financing public-private partnership (PPP) projects. This initiative will allow banks to consider the possibility of state repayment of loans, provided such terms are outlined in a direct agreement between the parties involved in a PPP project.
The forthcoming regulation will specifically apply to projects where the public partner is represented by the Russian Federation, its constituent territories, or municipalities with a national credit rating not lower than A. The updated rules for recording credit claims on PPP projects are expected to be implemented starting October 2026.
The Bank of Russia has made more details available in its paper and encourages stakeholders to submit answers to questions, as well as comments and suggestions, by July 16, 2025.
