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Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Prime Minister of Belarus Mikhail Myasnikovich

Vladimir Putin described the restoration of trade with Belarus to pre-crisis levels as showing “high potential and good development prospects.” In turn, Mikhail Myasnikovich called for the development of closer cooperation between Russian and Belarusian economic entities, suggesting a broader introduction of joint ventures.

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin and Belarusian Prime Minister Mikhail Myasnikovich hold joint news conference following talks

"Establishing a strong regional market will prove to be a real factor in our countries’ growth and development. This has already been proved by our experiences within the Customs Union. This is exactly why we have made the consolidated decision to step up efforts towards a new level of integration and bolster the preparations for launching the Common Economic Space," Vladimir Putin said.

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin chairs a government meeting

“In order to ensure stable development and increase Russia’s competitiveness in the post-recessionary world, we need to develop a comprehensive action plan and select several projects to focus on over the long term. I’d like to underscore that we have every opportunity to make our economy steady and stable, and must take advantage of our competitive edge.”

Events for 19 january 2011

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with representatives of veterans’ organisations

Prime Minister Putin proposed establishing a government coordinating committee for veterans’ affairs. He noted that veterans’ problems should be addressed by authorities at all levels, adding that this requires a feedback system for veterans’ organisations in the interests of senior citizens.

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin holds a working meeting with Orel Region Governor Alexander Kozlov

During the meeting, the prime minister praised the high growth in industrial production in the Orel Region while criticising the steep decline in housing construction. According to the governor, the region plans to return to previous construction levels by 2012. Mr Kozlov added that the Orel Region is a primarily agricultural region, and informed the prime minister that a significant increase is expected in milk production.

Events for 18 january 2011

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with leaders of the United Russia party

“People should pay for real services, and they must be quality services. The government did not wait for the year to begin before it imposed a 15% ceiling on any hypothetical rises in rents and fees. As things stand, these fees might grow even less – by 13-14% – according to available federal and regional economic indices,” the prime minister said during the meeting.