"I would like to say that this year we are planning to continue government support programmes for the car industry. In particular, we are going to support your project, using funds from the biggest banks in which the government has a stake."
"In this regard, I would like to note that other automotive manufacturers, such as GAZ and VAZ, will also be backed by the government through the continued purchases of vehicles for federal and municipal needs."
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with President of the Republic of Tatarstan Mintimer Shaimiev
During the meeting Mr Putin and Mr Shaimiev discussed the implementation of major projects in Tatarstan. Mr Putin emphasised the need to pool federal and regional efforts for this purpose.
Prime Minister Putin expressed his confidence in the Russian team's capacity to triumph at the Vancouver Olympics. "We all are looking forward to the competitions and hope for your success. We know that you have been under a lot of pressure, but we are confident that you will deal with this and surmount all obstacles to achieve great results," said Mr Putin.
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“When addressing any economic issues and goals, it is necessary to take into account both the interests of one’s own economy and people, and the interests of one’s neighbours, as well as assess possible environmental impact on the Baltic which unites all of us. This is Russia’s approach to implementing major infrastructure projects.”
The Russian prime minister does not think that energy use will change during the next 15-20 years, despite the rapid development of alternative energy. Hydrocarbons will not be replaced by other energy sources in the next 15-25 years.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Danish Prime Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen
The two leaders noted the persistent positive trend in the development of bilateral economic relations despite the global financial crisis.
