The history of the development of centuries-old trade and economic relations between Dagestan and Russia is a problem of great cognitive and practical interest. Economic factors in the Russian-North Caucasian rapprochement played a very, very significant role, without understanding which it is difficult to understand the deep reasons for Russian activity in the North Caucasus, in Dagestan in particular. This process was long, rather complicated and contradictory, but it was predetermined by long-term positive prospects, which in the end led to the involvement of Dagestan in the economic and economic rhythm of Russia, in the all-Russian market, stimulated the inclusion of the region in commodity-money relations. And this, in turn, played a huge role in the socio-economic development of Dagestan itself. It was through trade contacts that not only goods were exchanged, but also the most important process of integrating technical achievements, scientific knowledge, and cultural values ​ ​ took place.