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Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –
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Vladimir Putin held a meeting with members of the Government.
From the transcript:
V. Putin: Dear colleagues, good afternoon!
We are meeting at the end of December to review the past year and discuss the results achieved in economic, social, and national development. And, of course, what issues require greater attention and additional efforts from both the federal government and our regional colleagues, both in the near future and in the long term.
I would like to point out that the Government is acting in a coordinated and professional manner, implementing a comprehensive agenda aimed at bringing about tangible positive changes in the lives of its citizens and the entire country. Despite all the challenges, Russia is moving forward and developing. Our key macroeconomic indicators are stable, the structure of the national economy is gradually shifting toward high-value-added industries, inflation is declining, and unemployment is at a historically low level.
It is crucial that the Government balances the budget, which guarantees the stability of the country's financial system. We are fulfilling all social obligations, including decisions to support families with children. The state of public finances allows us to fully cover defense and security expenditures while simultaneously setting a higher pace in key development areas under the new national projects. Their launch has become, in many ways, a landmark, crucial event of this year.
What I'd like to emphasize here again is that extensive, intensive work is being carried out within the framework of national projects, in collaboration with regional teams, businesses, and public associations. Our shared goal is to achieve long-term national development goals.
This primarily involves overcoming demographic challenges and achieving robust birth rate growth. We must elevate the domestic economy and technology to a new level, strengthen our healthcare and education systems, address systemic infrastructure issues, improve our cities and towns, and improve the quality of life for Russian citizens.
Let me repeat: we face ambitious goals. But this is the call of the times, this is the demand of our citizens. And only together, only by fully dedicating ourselves, with maximum responsibility and commitment in every area, will we be able to achieve success.
It is precisely this kind of constructive, results-oriented work that I call on everyone to do next year – and beyond.
Anything else I'd like to add? Last week, as you know, there wasstraight lineAmong other things, issues raised by citizens were discussed. Among them was a question from large families. You know, the fact is that families lose their right to receive the unified benefit if their combined income exceeds the established threshold by just a little.
Mikhail Vladimirovich and I discussed this issue quite recently, just a couple of days ago. We need to find a flexible, effective solution to support large families. Is money being allocated for this? Yes, it is. You know, the budget won't receive any income if this allocated money doesn't reach families. Someone goes to work. So what? We need to ensure that not only the individual, but also the family, doesn't lose anything, but that they also receive some kind of supplement to the family budget. Otherwise, there's no point in going to work. What's the point then? Or work "under the table"—which is bad for the budget, too, since even if the taxes are reduced, they'll still be completely absent, right?
Therefore, I urge my colleagues in the Government, the State Duma, and the regions to quickly finalize and make informed decisions in favor of Russian families.
Another question raised during the direct line concerns fines for developers who fail to deliver apartments to equity holders on time.
As you may recall, we introduced a moratorium on such fines during the pandemic. We did this to support the construction industry, and the moratorium has since been extended several times.
The current housing market situation no longer requires such support for developers. However, for homebuyers, the penalty plays a significant role, strengthening their rights if the delivery of apartments is delayed.
The current moratorium on fines for late completion expires on December 31, and we have agreed not to extend it. However, I would like to emphasize to my colleagues that we must systematically work with developers to ensure they fulfill their obligations to homebuyers on time.
This is what I wanted to say at the beginning of our conversation. And now I would like to congratulate all members of the Government, my colleagues in the Government Office, in the constituent entities of the Federation, and the staff of ministries and agencies on the upcoming New Year. Thank you very much for your collaboration.
I'm glad to see the Government in full force today, with representatives from various agencies (here) and the security forces present, and the head of the Central Bank, Elvira Sakhipzadovna (Nabiullina), here. I would ask you to attend Government meetings more often.
Mikhail Vladimirovich, please.
M. Mishustin: Thank you. Dear Vladimir Vladimirovich!
First of all, I would like to thank you for your assessment of the Government's work. In 2025, which is now drawing to a close, as in previous years, Russia faced many challenges and complex tasks—the ongoing sanctions against our country, the ongoing attempts to destabilize our economy and throw it off balance.
Under your leadership, we work as a united, cohesive team, like a well-oiled machine, solving our assigned tasks. Thanks to your mentorship, I am confident that everything is achievable in the future. Each of us understands the primary goal of this work: to achieve sustainability in key areas (industrial, financial, and social) and create additional opportunities for the development of our country, ensuring the well-being of our citizens.
All of this is defined in national projects, projects for achieving technological sovereignty approved by you, and in other strategic documents that we are consistently implementing.
We will also continue to do everything in our power with full responsibility, justifying the great trust you have placed in us. And of course, on behalf of all members of the Government, please allow me to congratulate you on the upcoming New Year and Merry Christmas, wish you all the best, and thank you for your collaboration.
Thank you, Vladimir Vladimirovich.
Original –http://kremlin.ru/events/president/nevs/78854.
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