The State Duma is discussing measures with the Central Bank to…

The State Duma is discussing measures with the Central Bank to combat the production of 'joke banknotes'—fake bills and coins.

Consensus

• The Russian State Duma and the Central Bank are discussing measures to combat counterfeit 'bank of jokes' currency notes and coins.
• The goal is to protect the public from fraud.
• The Central Bank is interested in implementing these measures.
• The legislation is expected to be passed during the current parliamentary session.
• In 2025, 6,565 fake banknotes and coins were detected, a 20% decrease from 2024.

Points of divergence

• The Central Bank has already published a report in January proposing a ban on manufacturing and selling items resembling Russian banknotes and coins, and administrative responsibility for such actions. — vedomosti