“People have been fishing since time immemorial. Recreational fishing does no harm to the environment or to biological resources. What is harmful is poaching, but this is a different matter entirely! You must fight poaching more effectively.”
Events for 10 january 2012
“Of course, we must make sure that the results of work and economic effectiveness of a particular region’s team have a direct bearing on the quality of life of the citizens living in the region, and that there is no gap between the paper reports and the actual social wellbeing of citizens.”
Events for 9 january 2012
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Kaluga Region Governor Anatoly Artamonov
The meeting focused on socio-economic development in the region, which the prime minister assessed as acceptable, and its regional product growth rate – which is one of the highest in the world. Special attention was paid to social issues, particularly to kindergartens catering to almost 90% of Kaluga’s pre-school children, and boasting an even better quality of service than that on offer in Europe.
Events for 7 january 2012
Events for 5 january 2012
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with President of Ingushetia Yunus-Bek Yevkurov
The president of Ingushetia reported that the situation in the republic is “stable and quiet.” A federal targeted programme on the republic’s development is in progress. Investments are growing, and tax revenues have increased by 270%. “It is a record,” the prime minister noted.
Events for 4 january 2012
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Tambov Region Governor Oleg Betin
During the discussion the prime minister noted that industrial production in the region grew at a rate three times higher than the country’s average, with processing companies making up 83% of the region’s industry. The governor reported on the state of the agro-industrial complex and housing construction. As usual, special attention was paid to healthcare and education modernisation programmes.
Events for 31 december 2011
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin wishes Russians well-being and prosperity in the New Year
"...Owing to the fact that we have made a successful recovery from the crisis, our economy has been gaining momentum. This gives us confidence that next year will also be successful for us."
Events for 30 december 2011
Vladimir Putin meets with Deputy Prime Minister Igor Sechin
The prime minister and his deputy discussed the results of an audit conducted at state-funded energy companies to investigate their possible involvement in other commercial activity.
