FCS Russia head Valery Pikalev holds meeting at Donetsk customs

FCS Russia head Valery Pikalev chaired a working meeting at Donetsk customs, where officials reviewed the unit’s performance in the first half of 2026 and outlined priorities for the coming months. Source: FCS Russia.

Customs leadership presented six-month activity indicators. Participants also addressed current organisational matters and steps to strengthen staffing, including secondments of Donetsk customs officers to other customs authorities.

Pikalev stressed the importance of officials’ personal involvement in events marking the 35th anniversary of FCS Russia.

At the close of the meeting, the Service head thanked Donetsk customs staff for their service and presented departmental awards.