“Our objective is to radically change the situation in the North Caucasus, primarily by improving the quality of life of the people, ensuring their security and giving them the opportunity to work and live in peace. We must eradicate the roots of terrorism and extremism, first of all poverty, unemployment, ignorance and inadequate levels of education, and corruption and lawlessness. We must create a modern social infrastructure in the North Caucasus.”
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Afghan President Hamid Karzai
During the meeting, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin expressed the desire to see bilateral economic and trade ties with Afghanistan develop, noting: “we have many opportunities to work together.” In turn, the Afghan President welcomed Russian companies’ involvement in a number of projects, particularly in the energy sector, stressing that they “have a competitive advantage over companies from other countries.”
Events for 20 january 2011
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.
"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.
