Alexander Novak made a working visit to the Republic of Tatarstan.

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Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak made a working visit to the Republic of Tatarstan. He held a meeting with the head of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov, spoke at the Oil Summit, visited the republic's infrastructure and educational facilities, and met with participants in regional industry competitions and school Olympiads.

Alexander Novak visited the Tatneft scientific and educational center, the Higher School of Oil, where he met with schoolchildren who won the Sustainable Development Goals competition, the environmental Olympiad, and the leaders of the School Biolaboratories program. "New industries require engineers and scientists of a new format, for whom imaginative thinking, research skills, and the ability to make effective decisions come to the fore. Therefore, in addition to the specialized knowledge that you receive here, it is important that you learn to communicate, be a leader, and work in a team. All the necessary conditions are in place for this – modern laboratories, comfortable classrooms, and experienced teachers," said Alexander Novak.

He visited the exhibition of oil and gas equipment as part of the Oil Summit, and also spoke at the panel session "Tatneft – 75 years of technological leadership and contribution to the development of the Russian fuel and energy complex: a look into a sustainable future." The Deputy Prime Minister spoke about the implementation of tasks to achieve technological sovereignty. "As part of the energy strategy until 2050, in order to achieve technological sovereignty and ensure technological leadership, it is proposed to form an ecosystem that will allow developing economic incentives for investment in technology and equipment while removing administrative barriers, and create a domestic pool of serial technologies for the fuel and energy complex. Also key elements are the digital transformation of the industry, attracting and retaining qualified personnel, ensuring professional development of personnel," said Alexander Novak.

Answering a question about the future of oil and gas production over the next 20-30 years, he said that global demand for oil is expected to grow at least until 2035 amid the growing number of cars in the Asia-Pacific region, Latin America and Africa. “The key factors in the dynamics of demand will be an increase in transportation and a change in the structure of the vehicle fleet towards electric transport and increased efficiency of internal combustion engines. A significant increase in demand will be observed in petrochemistry. At the same time, competition in the global oil market will increase. As a result, although the share of oil in the global energy balance will decrease from 37 to 33% by 2050, the volume of demand for oil in absolute figures will increase from 102 to 114 million barrels per day,” the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized.

Alexander Novak awarded the representatives of the Tatneft team with the Order "For Valiant Labor" for their great contribution to the development of the oil and gas industry and their labor successes. The Deputy Prime Minister thanked the veterans and employees of the company for their effective work for the benefit of the country's fuel and energy complex.

The Deputy Prime Minister held a working meeting with the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov. The parties discussed the socio-economic development of the republic, as well as updating the conditions for the modernization of the Naberezhnye Chelny TPP. The implementation of the project is an effective solution for covering the growing demand for electricity and ensuring reliable heat supply to a city with a population of over 500 thousand people.

The Deputy Prime Minister took part in the opening ceremony of the XI Republican Open Field Olympiad of Young Geologists, which is held for schoolchildren from Russian regions and friendly countries. "The children's geological movement, which has existed in Tatarstan for over 40 years, is an example of how to effectively contribute to the achievement of national goals at the regional level, to prepare personnel for the country's economy from the school bench. The movement covers about 1.5 thousand children. I am sure that similar projects should be implemented in other regions. Such initiatives are in line with the national goal of the President to realize the potential of each person, develop their talents, and educate a patriotic and socially responsible person," said Alexander Novak.

During the trip, the Deputy Prime Minister visited Tatneft's Taneko oil refining complex, familiarized himself with its operations, and launched the second hydrocracking unit.

"With the launch of the new unit, the Tatneft Taneko oil refining complex will become the only refinery in Russia that has two hydrocracking units in its configuration. This will further increase the depth of raw material processing and the volume of production of the most valuable oil products, including high-quality Euro-6 fuels. It is important that domestic equipment and Russian catalysts were used as much as possible during the project's implementation," emphasized Alexander Novak.

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The SCO countries agreed to cooperate in the creative economy.

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The meeting of the Commission of Senior Officials of the Ministries and Departments of the Member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) responsible for foreign economic and foreign trade activities took place on July 10. The event was held under the auspices of Russia's chairmanship of the Council of Heads of Government (Prime Ministers) of the SCO Member States. The meeting was attended by Nikita Kondratyev, Director of the Department of Multilateral Economic Cooperation and Special Projects.

"For Russia, as well as for other SCO countries, the development of a creative economy is not just a strategic choice, but a natural path. Our countries have a rich cultural heritage, the necessary educational base and technologies, and most importantly, significant human capital," said Nikita Kondratyev.

During the event, the Russian side presented its partners with initiatives to develop the creative economy within the SCO. The meeting participants outlined further steps to implement targeted support measures for businesses engaged in creative industries, stimulate the implementation of joint projects for the production of animation content, and develop advanced digital solutions, video games, and software.

"Russian creative industries are ready to enter friendly foreign markets. We have already formed a pool of Russian creative products and technological solutions aimed at export to the SCO countries. As a result of the chairmanship, we plan to present to partners the trade and investment potential of domestic creativity and create a basis for scaling our creative industries to the markets of the SCO countries," added Nikita Kondratyev.

In the context of the “SCO Year of Sustainable Development,” the Russian side put forward an initiative to create the SCO Sustainable Development Council, a specialized platform for dialogue between business and academic circles.

"Today, business is the most important partner in solving sustainable development problems. Russian companies are actively implementing ESG strategies, investing in green technologies, and forming new models of responsible business management. We are ready to share best practices in developing effective management tools to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs), attracting sustainable financing, and improving mechanisms for monitoring the achievement of goals at the enterprise level," said Nikita Kondratyev.

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Dmitry Patrushev: Russia is ready to develop mutual cooperation with Moldova in the sphere of agro-industrial complex

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Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev met with the leader of the Party of Socialists of the Republic of Moldova Igor Dodon, the chairperson of the Heart of Moldova party Irina Vlah and the head of the Future of Moldova party Vasile Tarlev. They discussed cooperation between the two countries in the agro-industrial complex.

"The Russian Federation and the Republic of Moldova have centuries-old relations that have survived a number of historical eras. Our bilateral ties have been strengthened thanks to a common culture. This applies to similar moral and ethical values, and belonging to the Orthodox world. Today, the relations between our countries are going through a difficult period. However, despite this, we have managed to build direct channels of interaction. Russia aims to maintain and develop dialogue with all constructive forces in Moldova that advocate for strengthening Moldovan statehood, the country's sovereignty and preserving its neutral status. Russia is ready for dialogue, including the resumption of work through the intergovernmental commission," said Dmitry Patrushev.

The Deputy Prime Minister reported that last year in the agro-industrial complex, which is traditionally one of the key areas of cooperation between the two countries, the volume of mutual trade fell by another 20%. And deliveries to Russia also decreased by almost a third.

Dmitry Patrushev emphasized that Russia is ready to develop mutual cooperation, including in terms of trade in agricultural products and supplies of mineral fertilizers.

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Financial news: MTPL: key facts.

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Dmitry Patrushev: Agricultural lands will be protected from unjustified withdrawal from circulation

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Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev held a meeting of the Government Commission on Agro-Industrial, Fishing Complexes and Sustainable Development of Rural Territories. The meeting was attended by the management of relevant departments and companies. The main topic was measures aimed at increasing the efficiency of agricultural production.

Dmitry Patrushev noted that in the first months of this year, agricultural production grew by 1.5% compared to the same period in 2024. To support the agro-industrial and fisheries complexes, as well as the development of rural areas, the Government has already allocated more than 560 billion rubles in 2025.

"Right now, one of the most important stages of the year for the industry is the harvesting campaign. Work has started in 22 regions. The Russian Ministry of Agriculture maintains its forecast expectations for the main crops, including plans to harvest about 135 million tons of grain," the Deputy Prime Minister said.

Dmitry Patrushev emphasized that the development of agricultural production relies largely on the rational use of land resources. For this purpose, the relevant mechanisms are systematically improved.

"A separate state program of the Ministry of Agriculture of Russia is aimed at involving agricultural lands into circulation and increasing their fertility. Thanks to its activities, more than 2 million hectares have been brought into use in three years. Together with the Federal Assembly, we are developing the regulatory framework. Since 2022, six federal laws have been adopted for this purpose. This year, the so-called law on two keys was approved, which assumes that the opinion of the Ministry of Agriculture is taken into account when making decisions on transferring agricultural lands to other categories. The inclusion of agricultural lands in the boundaries of populated areas must also be agreed upon with the Ministry of Agriculture. Thus, the most valuable lands will be protected from unjustified disposal," said Dmitry Patrushev.

The law will come into force in March 2026. The Deputy Prime Minister instructed the Ministry of Agriculture to promptly complete the preparation of legal acts for its implementation.

In crop production, an important tool for increasing efficiency is the use of modern agricultural machinery. The meeting discussed the implementation of the preferential leasing program. Dmitry Patrushev noted that this is one of the most popular support measures, allowing the fleet to be updated.

In 2024, Rosagroleasing delivered almost 19 thousand units of agricultural machinery and equipment to farmers – this is a record since the launch of the instrument in 2019. This year, the volume of subsidies for preferential leasing has increased by more than 40%.

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Marat Khusnullin: More than 2.2 thousand facilities have been commissioned in Russia under housing and utilities modernization programs

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In the regions of the country, the modernization of public utility infrastructure continues under programs involving preferential loans from the National Welfare Fund and subsidies from the federal budget. The Ministry of Construction is the curator of these programs, and the Territorial Development Fund is the operator.

"In total, 2,225 housing and communal services facilities have been commissioned in the regions under these programs since 2022. This is 3.4 thousand km of utility networks and 273 area facilities – treatment facilities, boiler houses, central heating stations, etc. This year, the federal project "Modernization of Utilities Infrastructure" was launched as part of the national project "Infrastructure for Life". It is important for the regions to increase the pace of implementation of all planned measures to modernize the housing and communal services. According to the President's instructions, 4.5 billion rubles are planned to be allocated for these purposes by 2030. And here the task is to increase extra-budgetary financing – this is clearly stated in the memorandums signed by the regions with the Ministry of Construction. All these measures are aimed at solving existing problems in the industry and providing Russians with high-quality utilities," said Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

According to the FRT programs, the largest number of works were carried out in the heat supply sector – 1.4 thousand km of heat networks and 230 area facilities were commissioned. In second place are works on modernization of the water supply sector. In total, 1.7 thousand km of water supply networks were updated in the regions and 15 area facilities were commissioned. In addition, work was carried out to modernize 351 km of water drainage networks and 28 facilities in this sector.

"In the first half of 2025, 10 industrial facilities were commissioned in the regions. For example, treatment facilities were commissioned in the Sverdlovsk Region, four boiler houses were built in the Perm Region, and one each in Yakutia and the Kamchatka Region. Heat supply sources were also reconstructed in the Nizhny Novgorod and Volgograd Regions. In addition, 38.5 km of utility networks were updated. As a result, the quality of services has improved for thousands of Russians. Work on housing and communal services facilities continues," said Vasily Kupyzin, General Director of the Territorial Development Fund.

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Vice Premier of the State Council of China calls for strengthening cooperation in the field of digital economy

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TIANJIN, July 11 (Xinhua) — Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang attended and delivered a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) 2025 Forum on Digital Economy in north China's Tianjin Municipality on Friday, calling for stronger cooperation in the digital economy.

Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, said in his speech that in the face of the opportunities and challenges brought by digitalization, it is necessary to accelerate the implementation of the important consensus reached by the SCO Heads of State Council and the Global Digital Compact.

Ding Xuexiang called for actively promoting the institutionalization and regularity of cooperation in the field of digital economy, strengthening communication on policy measures and the alignment of development plans, making effective use of cooperation platforms such as the SCO Forum on Digital Economy and the SCO Digital Education Alliance, so as to continuously inject strong vitality and impetus into the development of the digital economy.

The forum was jointly hosted by the National Data Administration of the People's Republic of China and the Tianjin People's Government, and the opening ceremony was attended by nearly 600 participants from China and abroad, including government officials, senior representatives of enterprises, experts and scholars from universities and think tanks. –0–

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The 15th meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the countries participating in the East Asia Summit was held in Malaysia

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KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Xinhua) — The 15th East Asia Summit (EAS) foreign ministers' meeting was held in Kuala Lumpur on Friday. Speaking at the summit, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on all parties to enhance mutual understanding and trust, maintain peace and stability, and promote development and prosperity.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the East Asia Summit. Wang Yi, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, put forward three proposals on behalf of the Chinese side:

First, return to dialogue. Wang Yi expressed hope that all parties would respect each other, communicate in good faith, and focus on strengthening mutual understanding and cooperation. China supports the adoption of a commemorative declaration on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the summit, which will determine the vector of its future development.

Second, return to development. The best choice for all parties is to expand the cooperation “pie” and share the benefits of development. China is ready to cooperate with all participating countries to implement the action plan of the East Asia Summit and stimulate the growth of regional dynamics, the Chinese diplomat assured.

Third, return to openness. China supports the ASEAN-led regional cooperation framework, firmly upholds the multilateral trading system, builds a regional network of high-level free trade areas, and promotes regional integration. China opposes the introduction of a Cold War mentality and bloc confrontation in the region, and the establishment of closed and exclusive "small circles," Wang Yi emphasized.

On the Taiwan issue, the Chinese Foreign Minister stressed that the root cause of tension in the Taiwan Strait is the increasingly active separatist actions in favor of "Taiwan independence" and the support and connivance of external forces. The Chinese diplomat said that genuine concern for peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait requires resolute opposition to the spread of "Taiwan independence" forces.

Wang Yi noted that safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity is the sacred mission of every country. He expressed the hope that all countries will unswervingly adhere to the one-China principle, oppose any form of support for "Taiwan independence," and support China's efforts to achieve complete national reunification.

At the summit, the Chinese Foreign Minister also explained China's tough stance on the South China Sea issue. –0–

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Chinese Foreign Minister Attends ASEAN Regional Forum Foreign Ministers' Meeting

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KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Xinhua) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi attended the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Foreign Ministers' Meeting on Friday.

As Wang Yi, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, noted, the development of the Asia-Pacific region has benefited from the peaceful and stable environment in the region, and this should be cherished.

Noting that the ARF, as an important multilateral security platform in the region, bears significant responsibility for maintaining regional peace and stability, Wang Yi said that China welcomes the proposal to strengthen the role of the ARF and enhance confidence-building measures.

Wang Yi stressed the need to ensure the stable development of the Asia-Pacific region and ensure that the ARF continues to play its due role. China's position is to adhere to the concept of joint, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security, promote the construction of a balanced, effective and sustainable security architecture, actively build an Asian security model based on the principle of indivisible security, seeking common ground while maintaining differences, dialogue and consultation, so as to pursue a new type of security based on dialogue, partnership and win-win rather than confrontation, alliance-building and zero-sum games, the Chinese Foreign Minister added.

Wang Yi noted that creating division and confrontation through a zero-sum mentality is contrary to the goal of maintaining security, calling for addressing both the symptoms and root causes of conflicts and wars.

The Chinese Foreign Minister pointed out that Asia calls on Eastern wisdom, which regards harmony as the highest value and envisages harmonious coexistence. It is necessary to draw wisdom from the “Bandung spirit”, find common ground and overcome differences, paying attention to the legitimate security concerns of all parties, Wang Yi added.

China hopes to work with regional countries to smooth over and resolve differences through dialogue and consultation, and inject new vitality into confidence-building measures and preventive diplomacy in all aspects of ARF activities. –0–

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Kazakhstan plans to temporarily ban export of non-ferrous metals

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ALMATY, July 11 (Xinhua) — Kazakhstan plans to impose a ban on the export of non-ferrous metal blanks and ingots by all modes of transport until December 31, 2025, the press service of the Kazakh prime minister said on Friday.

This became known at a meeting of the Interdepartmental Commission on Foreign Trade Policy and Participation in International Economic Organizations chaired by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin.

The ban applies to unwrought copper, aluminium slabs and billets and lead ingots.

According to the department, this measure is aimed at providing the domestic market with strategic raw materials, preventing the export of products with low added value and stimulating the processing of non-ferrous metals within the country. –0–

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