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.
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."
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.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Vladislav Surkov
Speaking on modernisation issues, which the new Deputy Prime Minister has been charged with overseeing, Vladimir Putin said that there is a need for high-tech projects in the social sphere, including education, science and healthcare.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with Gazprom CEO Alexei Miller
During the meeting Vladimir Putin and Alexei Miller discussed all aspects of Gazprom’s performance, focusing particular attention on the South Stream project. They also discussed gas cooperation with Ukraine. Putin called the country Russia's main strategic partner in supplying gas to European consumers.
The prime minister has called for active efforts to provide relief to the regions affected by the earthquake and other recent natural disasters.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting of the Vnesheconombank Supervisory Board
“We face major challenges of modernising our economy and making it more competitive and innovative. There are many challenges involved in the development of the regions. Vnesheconombank is actively working in practically all these areas.”