Prime Minister Vladimir Putin chairs a Government Presidium meeting
“Generally, I must note that this is the first sizable increase in military salaries and pensions in contemporary Russia. Moreover, salaries will be adjusted for inflation. You know that one of our priorities is ensuring a decent quality of life for Russian citizens, and this includes military personnel and their families. The necessary funds for the increase in military salaries and pensions are planned for in the federal budget.”
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The Prime Minister said at the meeting that direct foreign investment in the Russian economy has grown noticeably over the past 10 months compared to last year, reaching $36 billion.
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Prime Minister Vladimir Putin takes part in the Conference of the United Russia Party
“It is obvious that what the Russian citizens want above all is justice in the broadest sense of that word. The country must develop for the people and not at the expense of the people. Every decision we make and every step we take must meet the interests of the absolute majority of our country’s citizens. The fundamental principle of any transformations and reforms is to take care of the people, which means preserving and fostering Russia’s future, creating Russia’s future.”
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Vladimir Putin thanked Father Ephraim and Mount Athos Holy Community for their decision to bring the Cincture of the Virgin Mary, one of the most treasured Orthodox relics, to Russia. This “shows the spiritual affinity between our nations and will strengthen it,” the prime minister said.
