The volume of cargo transported on the New Silk Road through Russia continues to decline. In April, 18,498 TEUs were registered on the rail link between Europe and China, which is almost 34 percent less compared to April last year. Although the effects of the war were noticeable as early as April 2022, 27,934 TEUs were still being transported on the Russian route. In March of this year, the volume amounted to 21,034 TEU.