Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with First Deputy Prime Minister Viktor Zubkov
Mr Putin and Mr Zubkov discussed the government measures to support agriculture and the spring planting campaign. They also spoke about the law on trade, which Mr Putin said should “balance the interests of agricultural producers and processing and distribution companies.”
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin addresses the general meeting of the Russian Academy of Sciences
“Today, we are setting forth strict requirements for industry, the business community and other key public and economic institutions. This will require constant renewal and increased effectiveness. To be honest, this involves the issue of our national prospects. Internal transformations in national science and in the system of the Russian Academy of Sciences are considered to be a matter of paramount importance.”
Events for 17 may 2010
"Last year was not an easy one. Nevertheless, we were able to handle the situation and maintain social and economic stability. It must be noted that Russian business has proved itself competent and capable of developing in rather difficult conditions and finding domestic resources. And this is important – on the whole, our companies have adhered to the principles of social responsibility.”
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Voronezh Region Governor Alexei Gordeyev
At the meeting, the rise in industrial output and the decline in unemployment were highlighted. Mr Putin drew attention to the growing wage arrears, which, Mr Gordeyev noted, is not a result of the economic crisis.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin conducts a video conference on the Raspadskaya mine accident
“The Ministry of Energy, the Federal Service for Supervision of Environment, Technology and Nuclear Management must strengthen safety and equipment standards in mines. It is necessary to develop and use only the most cutting-edge equipment that meets today's standards and that cannot be blunted – as coal miners say – turned off or damaged. It is also necessary to increase the responsibility and discipline of the manufacturers of this equipment and everyone involved in its operation, especially the administrators of the coal mines.”
Events for 15 may 2010
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin holds a meeting with Moscow Mayor Yuri Luzhkov
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin and Moscow Mayor Yury Luzhkov discussed the socio-economic climate in Moscow, focusing on small and medium business support. They also reviewed an increase in the number of kindergartens and the further development of Vnukovo Airport.
