Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan, at the Armenian side’s initiative
They discussed the practical implementation of the 2020-2022 agreements between the leaders of Russia, Armenia and Azerbaijan, including measures to ensure stability and security on the Armenia-Azerbaijan border, restore economic and transport links and prepare a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan.When talking about the current situation in Nagorno-Karabakh, Vladimir Putin emphasised the importance of addressing all matters constructively, in close contact and cooperation with the Russian peacekeepers.
Much effort is needed to upgrade electricity and heating distribution, housing and infrastructure construction. Buryatia and Trans-Baikal Territory must have direct access to mains gas. Upgraded infrastructure must enable these cities to join the economic life of the nation and to build ties with other regions and countries. The regional system of vocational education must be aligned with the master plan. More enterprises are needed in Tynda and Severobaikalsk to service the BAM Railway and modern multimodal logistics sites."We are going through a phase of major positive changes aimed at strengthening the country's sovereignty, independence and future and at creating conditions for Russia's confident development.""Our only response to all actions by our ill-wishers and our enemy must be expanding economic freedoms - and of course, in line with the law. It is delicate work. I would like the Prosecutor's General Office to calibrate it."We are in constant contact and our relations continue to develop.Thanks to our joint efforts and the contribution of the Russian Armed Forces, Syria has achieved significant progress in countering international terrorism.Russian emergency relief crews and military personnel are assisting Syria with the aftermath of the recent earthquake.Trade between Russia and Syria increased by 7% in 2022.In 2024, Russia and Syria will mark 80 years of diplomatic relations.We expect a significant increase in second-quarter GDP compared to last year.Russia managed to compensate for the cut-off from Western markets and expand foreign trade with countries in other rapidly growing regions.In 2022, Russia's foreign trade increased by 8.1%. The trade surplus was 70% higher than in 2021.The projected end-of-March inflation will be below 4%, which is lower than in the Euro zone countries.It is imperative to use our own technological resources and build partnerships with friendly countries to increase production capacities, open new industrial facilities, create jobs throughout the country, and develop digital platforms and management models based on big data.The state will support responsible businesses that invest in industries that are important for citizens and support social programmes.
Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of Azerbaijan Ilham AliyevThe discussion focused on practical measures to ensure security and stability in the South Caucasus in line with the trilateral agreements between the leaders of Russia, Azerbaijan and Armenia.The parties exchanged views on ways to expand transport, logistics and economic ties in the region.
