The discussion focussed on issues related to providing high- quality nationwide broadcasts of major sporting events, results of work on communications, and implementing the programme to introduce digital television in the Far East. Mr Putin also enquired about the progress of installing telephones in veterans’ flats.
The prime minister and ministers assessed the previous heating season and discussed preparations for the upcoming autumn-winter period.
Events for 12 june 2010
Events for 11 june 2010
During the meeting, the Russian prime minister remarked on the positive trend in the two countries’ relations, including in the economy. “We have every reason to believe we'll soon return to pre-crisis levels,” Vladimir Putin said. The ongoing success of the Year of Russia in France and the Year of France in Russia was another topic of conversation. Prime Minister Putin also said that the planned Russian spiritual and cultural centre in Paris will be yet another bridge connecting Russia and France.
“We are inaugurating an exhibition that was created by Russia’s largest companies, including the research and technical community. This is one of the main events of the Year of Russia in France and the Year of France in Russia. You will see not only Russia’s past achievements but also our ideas spearheaded into the 21st century,” Russian Prime Minister said at the opening ceremony.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Christophe de Margerie, CEO of the Total Group, in Paris
The Russian prime minister said that the Russian government supports Total’s efforts in the Russian market, and added that the company has an opportunity to expand its activities in Russia.
