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Prime Minister Vladimir Putin takes part in the United Russia conference session “Civil Society: Partnership and Justice”

“What is the purpose of power? So people in power can live the sweet life? No. It is to resolve the problems of the people who shape this power through the open and honest expression of their will.”

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin takes part in the United Russia conference session “Social Policy: New Standards”

“The purpose of the state and the economy is to address social issues. It is clear that not a single problem can be resolved without the economy, be it defence capability, security or social issues. <…> But we work for the benefit of the people. At least it should be so.”

Events for 22 september 2011

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin takes part in the second International Arctic Forum “The Arctic – Territory of Dialogue” in Arkhangelsk

“All our plans will be carried out in compliance with the toughest environmental standards. A careful, civilised attitude to nature is a requirement of all development programmes. Active economic development of the Arctic will be beneficial only if we maintain a rational balance between economic interests and environmental protection for the long term, not just for 10, 15 or 20 years.”

Vladimir Putin meets with ruling Prince Albert II of Monaco at the International Arctic Forum in Archangelsk

“I hope this is only the beginning of our joint efforts to explore the Arctic, to study it and to work out regulations of international conduct in this region,” the Russian Prime Minister told the Prince of Monaco.

Vladimir Putin meets with President of Iceland Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson at the International Arctic Forum in Arkhangelsk

The parties discussed cooperation in the Arctic as well as bilateral trade and economic relations. Prime Minister Vladimir Putin noted that bilateral trade and economic cooperation increased by over 80% in the first six month of this year.

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin holds a working meeting with the governor of the Arkhangelsk Region Ilya Mikhalchuk

The results of the socio-economic development of the region over the past six months, as well as the situation in the social sphere, especially improvements in healthcare and education were discussed at the meeting. They focused particularly on increasing teachers’ salaries and on housing construction.