"What is being implemented here, in Sochi, could well be Russia's largest infrastructure project. We are building roads, bridges, tunnels, and of course, extending the railway.”
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin comments on the ban on importing vegetables to Russia from Europe
Vladimir Putin said that Russia will not jeopardize the health of its citizens. At the same time, the prime minister expressed a general interest in receiving these products from European countries, and added that he is waiting for relevant information from the European Commission.
“We have built a new modern infrastructural facility that meets all the requirements of the 21st century. It is instrumental in the development of the country's south, of the Novorossiisk seaport and of the entire infrastructure of Russia's southern regions.”
Events for 2 june 2011
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Abkhazian Vice President Alexander Ankvab
The Russian prime minister said at the meeting: “Russia as a close ally and loyal friend will stand with the Abkhazian people.”
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Abkhazian Prime Minister Sergei Shamba
“We are confident that relations between Russia and Abkhazia will continue to get stronger in every respect,” said Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.
