The meeting focused on the amount of available credit and individuals’ deposits in roubles.

At the meeting, Putin and Nabiullina discussed domestic macro-economic conditions, and the dynamics of global economic development.

“I would like to once again underscore the special nature of bilateral relations which have evolved in this format for many decades. And we are very happy to note their current level.”

“Today we mark the Day for the Victims of Terrorist Attacks and other similar crimes. I am referring to the highest profile tragedies – in Beslan and the Dubrovka Theatre Centre. Let us observe a minute’s silence in memory of their victims.”

“In line with standard international practice, I suggest setting up a joint agency with one of the leading global companies to carry out an expert analysis of design documentation and to monitor construction progress, and, if necessary, to clamp down on inappropriate and ineffective fund expenditure practices.”

During the meeting, Mr Putin and Mr Yevkurov discussed the situation in Ingushetia, in particular social and economic issues and measures for ensuring regional security.

During the meeting questions relating to the transfer of land plots to the regions to be used for housing construction, were discussed.

The modernisation of our country's agriculture system is impossible without a high quality professional education. New equipment, technology and modern management styles require highly educated specialists, the First Deputy Prime Minister said to an audience of students and tutors at the University.

“Russian hockey players are used to awards. I am glad and honoured to confer Russian state decorations on you today for your outstanding victories of recent years.”