Russian Post, Mongol Post to collaborate in e-commerce, logistics

MOSCOW. June 11 (Interfax) - PJSC Russian Post and Mongol Post, the Mongolian postal operator, plan to develop postal solutions including expedited rail and air delivery and developing e-commerce channels and logistics centers, Russian Post said following talks regarding cooperation with Mongol Post.

The parties are working on several agreements in commerce and multimodal logistics, Russian Post said. Special attention was given to potentially launching a joint money transfer system, developing infrastructure at border checkpoints and expanding cross-border traffic from Japan and South Korea through Mongolian territory.

Postal flows between Russia and Mongolia have remained stable in recent years, it said. The service is in demand from both individuals and legal entities. The average weight of corporate shipments is 1.6 kg, with EMS International being the most popular postal option (93.5% of all shipments). Companies mainly send documents and product samples. Private individuals most frequently mail personal items - clothing and footwear, cosmetics, souvenirs, books, household goods, toys, coffee, tea, sweets and other items.