“I think the Union can make technological predictions and coordinate with research and innovation centres. Importantly, it can also be an essential link in the implementation chain. We also need your assistance in promoting Russian machinery abroad.”
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin met with Tatarstan President Mintimer Shaimiyev
At the meeting Putin and Shaimiyev discussed the republic’s development during the financial crisis, including the labour market and the construction industry.
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“In the last few months, we have been registering positive signs both from world markets and from the domestic economy. Starting in June, industrial production has grown by about 1% per month. Prices on our export commodities are also standing at a high enough, acceptable level.”
Meeting participants also mentioned the four companies’ anti-crisis programmes that they were effectively implementing, involving cost-cutting efforts, optimisation of production and slashing general administrative expenses. The Commission also took into account the companies’ efforts to preserve jobs and fulfill social commitments.
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Prime Minister Vladimir Putin met with Minister of Economic Development Elvira Nabiullina
At the meeting, Putin and Nabiullina discussed domestic macro-economic conditions, and the dynamics of global economic development.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin met with Alfa-Bank President Pyotr Aven
The meeting focused on the amount of available credit and individuals’ deposits in roubles.
