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Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Dmitry Patrushev paid a working visit to the Republic of India. As part of the business program, meetings were held with the heads of key government agencies.

Trade and economic cooperation between the two countries was discussed at a meeting with Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of India. The parties also discussed the work of the two countries' regulatory agencies, cooperation in the fishing industry, and the possibility of opening full access to the Indian market for Russian meat and dairy products. Furthermore, the Deputy Prime Minister noted the importance of accelerating the process of concluding a mutually beneficial free trade agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union and India.

Dmitry Patrushev and Indian Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers Jagat Prakash Nadda discussed developing cooperation in the supply of mineral fertilizers. The Deputy Prime Minister of Russia emphasized Russia's interest in further strengthening its strategic partnership with India and continuing mutually beneficial cooperation.

Dmitry Patrushev discussed the potential increase in supply volumes and expansion of the range of agricultural products with India's Minister of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan. For example, Russia sees potential in increasing exports of Russian vegetable oils, pulses, and other products.

The Deputy Prime Minister reported that agricultural trade between Russia and India increased by more than 60% in 2024.

Dmitry Patrushev also noted that Russia highly values the potential for scientific and technical cooperation between the two countries, for example, in the field of plant breeding. The meeting discussed the possibility of direct contacts between research centers in Russia and India, as well as the organization of internships for specialists.

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Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Alexander Novak and Vice Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China Ding Xuexiang chaired a meeting of the 22nd Intergovernmental Russian-Chinese Commission on Energy Cooperation in Beijing. The parties discussed a wide range of issues related to cooperation in the fuel and energy sector.

Alexander Novak stated that Russian-Chinese cooperation in energy is a crucial component of bilateral relations.

"The People's Republic of China is the Russian Federation's largest and most reliable partner in the international energy market. Russian energy resources account for the majority of trade between our countries," the Deputy Prime Minister noted.

Alexander Novak noted that Russia's energy policy is guided by the need to work collaboratively with the international community to strengthen global energy security and ensure universal access to reliable and affordable energy sources. At the same time, the Russian Federation is committed to the closest possible partnership with China in the energy sector across all areas.

"We will certainly continue our comprehensive work to implement the agreements reached on current and future cooperation projects, and actively work to implement the goals of comprehensively developing friendly and cooperative relations between our countries, as set by President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping," the Deputy Prime Minister stated.

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Traffic has been launched at two interchanges on the M-3 "Ukraine" highway in the Moscow region.

The reconstruction project for the M-3 "Ukraine" highway, from km 65 to km 124 from Bekasovo to Maloyaroslavets, continues. Work on this project is divided into two phases, one for the Moscow and one for the Kaluga regions. As of today, traffic has been reopened at two interchanges in the Moscow region, at km 66 and km 77. Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin announced this.

"The M-3 'Ukraine' Highway connects Russia's capital with the southwestern regions and provides access to Belarus' highways. The road is a key link in the system of international transport corridors and plays a critical role for freight and passenger traffic. Active modernization of the highway is currently underway in the Moscow and Kaluga regions, which will significantly increase its capacity, improve road safety, and reduce transportation costs by reducing travel times. The work is progressing well, and there are tangible results. Today, traffic was launched at the new interchanges. Drivers are now able to use two interchanges—at the 66th and 77th kilometers—providing quick and safe access to the towns of Bekasovo and Kotovo," said Marat Khusnullin.

The interchange at km 66 to the village of Bekasovo includes seven exits. During construction, over 9,000 tons of asphalt concrete were laid, 3.4 kilometers of metal barrier fencing were installed, 1,200 square meters of horizontal markings were applied, and five culverts were installed. Sixty-eight outdoor lighting poles were also installed to improve visibility at night.

Traffic has been launched at two interchanges on the M-3 "Ukraine" highway in the Moscow region.

Seven exit ramps have also been created at the 77th-kilometer interchange on the Kotovo highway. During the work, 10,500 tons of asphalt concrete were laid, over 4 kilometers of metal barrier fencing were installed, 2,000 square meters of horizontal road markings were applied, eight culverts were installed, and 73 outdoor lighting poles were installed to ensure comfortable travel at night.

According to Vyacheslav Petushenko, Chairman of the Board of the state-owned company Avtodor, the first stage of the M-3 "Ukraine" reconstruction project, covering the Moscow region from the 65th to the 86th km, includes the construction of four interchanges.

"To ensure comfortable and safe travel on our road network and improve connectivity between communities, we are building new interchanges. In addition to the interchanges at km 66 and 77 of the M-3 highway, traffic was previously opened at km 71 near Moskovskaya Street in Naro-Fominsk, as well as at km 85, which connects the communities of Nefedovo and Dedenyovo. Thanks to this, we have already increased the highway's capacity and traffic safety by eliminating at-grade intersections," noted Vyacheslav Petushenko.

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Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova chaired the latest meeting of the interagency working group to develop additional mechanisms to respond to the evolving labor market situation. The agenda included the implementation of the roadmaps for the period up to 2030, which were adopted in 10 regions with the highest unemployment rates according to the International Labor Organization methodology. These regions include the Republics of Altai, Dagestan, Ingushetia, Kalmykia, North Ossetia-Alania, Tuva, the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, the Karachay-Cherkess Republic, the Chechen Republic, and the Zabaikalsky Krai. The agenda also included an analysis of the quantity and quality of jobs created under the roadmaps.

"Roadmaps for 10 regions were approved in the first quarter of 2024 in accordance with the head of state's instructions. Starting in 2025, monitoring the results of the roadmaps' implementation is provided for by the federal project "Labor Market Management" of the national project "Personnel," said Tatyana Golikova.

The key indicators of the roadmaps are the number of new jobs created, the unemployment rate, the employment rate of graduates of higher and secondary vocational education, and the reduction of informal employment. Each region's roadmap includes eight target indicators.

Monitoring of the implementation of roadmaps for the first half of 2025 showed that five regions—namely, the republics of Dagestan, Kalmykia, North Ossetia-Alania, Tyva, and the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic—have achieved planned indicators or are close to annual targets.

In 9 out of 10 regions, the unemployment rate, according to ILO methodology, is lower than the projected annual values.

The number of employed people increased by 78,600 people between June 2024 and June 2025. Over the same period, the number of jobs across all 10 regions increased by 28,700, while the average income per job increased by 14.5%.

To increase the level of official employment, Rabota Rossii (Work Russia) personnel centers provide assistance to those groups of citizens who are at the highest risk of informal employment. One such group is young people. The implementation of the roadmaps has resulted in a significant increase in youth employment. The largest increase in the employment rate of young people aged 15–29 was recorded in the Zabaikalsky Krai—from 39.6% in the second quarter of 2024 to 44.6% in the second quarter of 2025—and in the Republic of Ingushetia—from 39.1% to 42.3%, respectively. The largest decrease in the unemployment rate among young people aged 15 to 29 years was observed in the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic – from 10.2% in the second quarter of 2024 to 5% in the second quarter of 2025, in the Republic of Ingushetia – from 30 to 24.9% and from 11.5 to 6.5%, respectively – in the Republic of Kalmykia.

Special attention is also being paid to employment for individuals with disabilities. Around 3,000 individuals with disabilities applied for jobs at employment centers in regions implementing the roadmaps, of which 1,021 were employed.

The highest proportion of employed people with disabilities out of all applicants is recorded in the Chechen Republic (72.3%) and the Republic of Tyva (63.1%). Last year, this figure in these regions was 64.9% and 59.4%, respectively.

In all regions implementing the roadmaps, the number of people employed under employment contracts, civil contracts, and self-employed individuals with a total income of at least the minimum wage increased in the year from June 2024 to June 2025.

The largest number of people employed under labor contracts and civil law contracts are in the Trans-Baikal Territory – 88.5%, and the Altai Republic – 81.6%.

In terms of types of economic activity, there has been an increase in the number of jobs in the fields of healthcare, education, construction, and food supply.

New jobs have been created due to the implementation of breakthrough investment projects in the regions.

As part of the active employment support measures under the roadmaps, all 10 regions are conducting career guidance events for young people, as well as vocational training and continuing education programs for professions in demand on the labor market. State support is being provided to stimulate the hiring of certain categories of citizens.

In 2025, the All-Russian Job Fair "Work Russia. Time of Opportunity" was held, with strong attendance in regions implementing the roadmaps. The highest attendance was recorded in the Republic of Dagestan (31,800 people), the Republic of Tyva (16,100 people), and the Zabaykalsky Krai (12,900 people). As a result of the All-Russian Job Fair, 3,865 people found jobs in the Republic of Tyva, 2,238 in the Republic of Dagestan, and 1,285 in the Zabaykalsky Krai.

Following the meeting, federal executive bodies, together with the regions, were instructed to complete the updating of their roadmaps in accordance with the evolving situation in local labor markets and to take comprehensive measures to achieve target indicators within the established timeframe.

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Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Dmitry Chernyshenko launched the 3rd International Buddhist Forum. It is being held from September 25 to 28 in Elista at the request of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The Deputy Prime Minister read out President Vladimir Putin's address of welcome: "Your meeting, bringing together prominent religious and public figures, experts, and scholars, is taking place in Elista, which is celebrating its 160th anniversary this year. Here in Kalmykia, the spiritual traditions of Buddhism have historically been strong, and the region is rightfully considered one of its largest centers in Europe. Today, the Buddhist community in Russia carefully preserves the priceless spiritual heritage of its ancestors, their distinctive art and customs, and is focusing its efforts on harmonizing interreligious and interethnic dialogue, strengthening family values, educating youth, restoring ancient monasteries and building new ones, and implementing educational and awareness-raising projects. And I am confident that I am ready to share this rich experience with the forum participants and guests from abroad."

Dmitry Chernyshenko emphasized that the International Buddhist Forum brought together more than 400 delegates from various countries.

"As our President has said, the forum is primarily aimed at strengthening inter-delegation dialogue. This is a crucial task for such a large, multi-ethnic country as Russia. The Russian government places special emphasis on supporting Buddhist education, science, and culture. Books on the history of Buddhism are being actively published. Material heritage is being carefully preserved, and places of worship and monuments are being restored. Through joint efforts, we strive to build a world in which kindness, respect, justice, and mutual assistance are the most important values. I wish you success, prosperity, and fruitful work at the forum," noted Dmitry Chernyshenko.

During the forum, participants will discuss contemporary research into Buddhism and its philosophical aspects, Buddhist culture and history, the preservation of monasticism, and the development of domestic and international tourism with experts.

A welcoming address from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov was also read at the event.

In addition, the participants and organizers were greeted by the head of the Republic of Kalmykia, Batu Khasikov.

During a working visit to Kalmykia, Dmitry Chernyshenko discussed tourism development with representatives of the republic's government and assessed the infrastructure of the Kublai Khan Hotel Complex. It was built with the support of the Republic of Kalmykia's individual development program, which includes a major renovation of the administrative building into a 50-room hotel complex. The project was launched ahead of the 3rd International Buddhist Forum.

"Our President Vladimir Putin has set the goal of increasing tourist flow to 140 million people per year by 2030. Kalmykia's participation in the national project 'Tourism and Hospitality' is helping us achieve this goal. Thanks to this project, the republic is implementing projects to build modular hotels, modernize ethnic complexes, and develop beach areas and roadside services. Developing tourism infrastructure is helping to increase tourist flow: we see it growing in Kalmykia. According to the Russian Ministry of Economic Development, the region ranked among the top three fastest-growing destinations for the first eight months of 2025," the Deputy Prime Minister said.

The Deputy Prime Minister of Russia also emphasized that the republic is working to train personnel for the industry: approximately 60 students are studying tourism at the B.B. Gorodovikov Kalmyk State University.

According to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Kalmykia, over 460,000 tourists visited the region last year. The region boasts a wide range of tourism options, including cultural and educational, ecological, event-based, and pilgrimage tourism.

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During his working visit to the Republic of India, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev of the Russian Federation participated in the opening ceremony of the World Food India 2025 food exhibition. The Deputy Prime Minister also toured the exhibition site and spoke with Russian producers of products presented at the exhibition.

"The Russian Federation is a key supplier of agricultural products to the global market. This is our contribution to strengthening global food security. The Republic of India is our country's leading trading partner in agriculture. In 2024, trade between our countries increased by 12%. In 2025, Russia confirmed its status as the largest supplier of sunflower oil to the Indian market. I hope that this exhibition will help establish new, sustainable contacts between Russian and Indian companies," said Dmitry Patrushev.

During his visit to the exhibition site, the Deputy Prime Minister of Russia met with Chirag Ram Vilas Paswan, Minister of Food and Processing Industries of the Republic of India. Dmitry Patrushev emphasized Russia's interest in further actively developing cooperation. The Deputy Prime Minister noted that the participation of Russian producers in World Food India 2025 could facilitate the launch of new joint projects.

Dmitry Patrushev toured the Russian Federation's stand. Sixteen Russian exporters representing key agricultural subsectors—grain, oil and fat, meat, dairy, confectionery, finished goods, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, fish, and seafood—are presenting their products at World Food India 2025. In total, more than 30 Russian companies are participating in the business mission at the exhibition.

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