Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has a meeting with Penza Region Governor Vasily Bochkaryov
Putin and Bochkaryov discussed the development of the regional agriculture and housing construction. The prime minister said a significant decrease in unemployment and the growth of wages point to progress, but also urged the governor to investigate reasons for a decline in investment.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin at a meeting with CEO of the Russian Railways Vladimir Yakunin
The two officials discussed the Russian Railways’ performance in the ten months of this year and the company’s interaction with trade unions. Vladimir Yakunin also briefed the prime minister on the progress made in reforming Russia’s railway transport system.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Prime Minister of Lebanon Saad Hariri
During his meeting with Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri, Vladimir Putin emphasised that both countries have good opportunities for expanding trade and economic partnership, primarily through major joint projects. According to Mr Putin, the two countries have concrete plans in almost all fields, and large Russian companies have already announced their intentions to bid on a number of projects.
Events for 13 november 2010
Prime Minister Putin noted that Russia and Bulgaria have recently made headway with several issues and have prepared for signing a series of agreements.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Bulgarian President Georgi Parvanov
During discussions, Prime Minister Putin expressed satisfaction over the development of relations with Bulgaria. He noted that bilateral trade is recovering at a fast pace despite the decline over the past year.
