The Eurasian Intergovernmental Council approved the concepts for the development of a common market for medicines and medical devices on August 15, 2025, in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan. The document’s objective is to ensure the sustainable operation of the markets within member countries, based on mandatory safety, efficacy, and quality standards.
The actual launch of the common pharmaceutical market took place in 2019, marking the start of medicine registration in accordance with Union regulations. Additionally, common processes were introduced into the integrated information system of the EAEU to facilitate information exchange among authorized bodies during registration, examination, and inspections for GMP compliance. Uniform registration rules are already in effect, and over 11,500 registration certificates have been issued.
Further development efforts include improving and optimizing registration procedures and the regulation of drug circulation, enhancing the efficiency of information systems, developing infrastructure and competencies within Union States, deepening cooperation in pharmaceutical manufacturing, and integrating international regulatory practices.
Registration certificates issued according to national regulations remain valid until 2026. For continued circulation within the customs territory of the EAEU, the drug dossiers must be aligned with Union regulations, and the medications must be incorporated into the Unified Register of Registered Medicines of the EAEU. Starting from January 1, 2026, only drugs with EAEU registration certificates can be sold in the member States.
The implementation of this document aims to enhance the availability of safe and high-quality medicines for citizens of the Union countries. Additionally, the meeting agreed on a program to establish a common commodity exchange market, with pilot auctions planned for this year. The full launch of the market is scheduled for 2027-2029. In the next three years, the trade and logistics industry will implement mutual recognition of electronic documents for cargo transportation. As part of the climate agenda, regulatory coordination has been implemented to ensure that no ‘climate barriers’ arise within the Union.
