Russia is exploring plans to establish co-processor production within six to twelve months after securing partnerships with friendly nations that possess advanced chip-making capabilities. This approach has been outlined on a communication channel by Valentin Makarov, who leads the Russoft Domestic Software Association, presenting a roadmap drawn from ongoing discussions with international collaborators including technologically advanced partners known for semiconductor development.
According to Makarov, there is a real chance to initiate the process soon and begin to see tangible results within half a year to a year. The strategy emphasizes not just building factories, but also absorbing practical know-how from international allies. The aim is to study their manufacturing workflows, learn from established practices, and invest in training and skill development so that the domestic workforce can operate and eventually run independent facilities for processor production.
Multiple potential partners are identified as viable starting points. Countries such as Malaysia, China, India, and possibly South Korea are highlighted as examples where collaboration could enable Russia to access critical technologies and production capabilities. The overarching objective is to tailor concrete collaboration models with each partner, recognizing that each market presents unique opportunities and constraints.
Given the current environment marked by sanctions and logistical hurdles, the emphasis is on negotiating with nations that can provide essential technologies and plants needed to create local processor production. The proposed path includes establishing joint projects, aligning on product development, and sharing stages of production to accelerate domestic capability building while ensuring security and reliability in supply chains.
Earlier disclosures indicated that by the end of 2022 the domestic market in Russia saw continued growth in processor and chip deliveries. While overall demand did not sharply decline, the share of imports shifted. Companies from China and South Korea were among the fastest-growing suppliers, signaling continued international demand and potential for future partnerships that can support domestic semiconductor initiatives.