The president's time in office may be limited to two terms. One single word can alter the country's future political landscape. Speaking in the State Duma on Wednesday, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin mentioned the possibility of amending the constitution. Should these amendments be approved, an individual will not be able to remain as President for more than two terms.
The Government and scientists have made plans for the future development of the space industry.
Yesterday Vladimir Putin attended a meeting on promoting the development of the continental shelf, where he talked about the future of the industry. State organisations now have an opportunity to receive unprecedented tax incentives to develop offshore projects. Oil companies will be allowed to export gas or sell it to Gazprom at export prices. The prospects for private companies who wish to participate in developing the continental shelf are still unclear. The Prime Minister promised to think it over, but the Ministry of Energy is not giving this matter a very high priority.
Trustees of Russia’s oldest organisation gathered in their historical headquarters in St Petersburg.
On his entire term as Prime Minister.
Vladimir Putin urges his colleagues to visit Easter Festival
Vladimir Putin meets with museum directors in Saratov
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has called for simplified administrative barriers during housing construction.
A monument to the renowned Russian musician Mstislav Rostropovich was unveiled near his apartment building in Moscow’s Bryusov Pereulok.