"And despite the complicated position regarding boosting the budget, state support programmes will continue to be implemented in 2009. 200 million roubles have been set aside for interest rate subsidy on loans for the purchase of raw materials, and 90 million roubles for credit on technological upgrades".
"If our proposal is accepted, and if Europe is interested in organising a loan for Ukraine, then Russia will study the possibility of joining the pool," the Deputy Prime Minister said.
Statement by Prime Minister Vladimir Putin: “On June 7, 2009 Ukraine is due to make another payment for Russian natural gas, which is being supplied for domestic consumption and for underground depots. The conducted talks show that Ukraine may find it difficult to meet this financial commitment.”
The Commission examined a draft national report on the results of implementing the State Programme for the Development of Agriculture, the Regulation of Agricultural Produce, Feedstock and Food Markets for the 2008-2012 Period Throughout 2008 and the implementation of federal target, industry and departmental programmes.
“And the questions of how the theatre will look, and how it will fit into St Petersburg’s unique architectural ensemble are of concern to both the city’s residents, and to all Russians."