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Illegal logging of valuable hardwoods in the Russian Far East has reached crisis proportions, driven by global demand for furniture and flooring. WWF analysis indicates that between 2004 and 2011, the volume of Mongolian oak logged for export to China exceeded authorized levels by 2 to 4 times. The report identifies a criminalized forest management system characterized by low detection rates, legislative loopholes—specifically 'intermediate logging'—and ineffective prosecution. These activities degrade the critical habitats of the endangered Amur tiger and undermine the traditional livelihoods of indigenous people and taiga villagers. To resolve the crisis, the report recommends increased transparency in logging authorizations, international coordination between Russia and China, and the adoption of FSC certification by global importers.