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Order No. 482-r of March 12, 2026

Strategic development objectives for high-performance computing, artificial intelligence algorithms, grid technologies, and supercomputer infrastructure will be addressed within the framework of a dedicated roadmap. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed the order approving it.

According to the document, within the next few years, Russia should begin implementing a plan that includes a set of measures aimed at establishing uniform requirements for shared-use supercomputer centers, determining the procedures for granting access to them to the scientific community and key industrial organizations, and identifying prospects for their further development and modernization.

High-performance computing systems (supercomputers) are a key driver of progress in virtually every field—from the creation of new materials, quantum computing systems, effective drugs, digital twins of products, and digital testing to accurate weather forecasting and the development of artificial intelligence technologies. Their role will only increase.

As part of this work, it is planned to formulate a strategy for the further development and operating rules of the next-generation National Research Computer Network, which unites hundreds of leading universities and research organizations. It already provides Russian scientists with access to existing supercomputer centers. The development of the network will expand the capabilities for conducting research that requires processing and transmitting large volumes of data.

Some of the roadmap's activities are aimed at developing the concept of a specialized federal scientific and technical program, which will include the creation, development, and implementation of domestic algorithms, methods, and software for supercomputer computing in various sectors of the economy.

The scientific and technical program also includes the development of new and existing educational and additional professional programs on the use of supercomputer technologies and high-performance computing.

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From Mikhail Mishustin's opening remarks at the operational meeting with deputy prime ministers, March 16, 2026

Commenting on the decision takenmeeting with deputy prime ministers on March 16Mikhail Mishustin noted that Russia possesses unique competencies. "We must make full use of our full potential. Expanding our own supercomputer capabilities is crucial for enhancing the competitiveness of Russian industries and strengthening the country's technological sovereignty," the Prime Minister emphasized.

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The decision was made on the instructions of the President.

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Order No. 457-r of March 7, 2026

The government continues to work to create the conditions for achieving technological sovereignty—one of the goals set by the President. An order has been signed approving a list of professions and specialties whose development will enable technological independence and technological leadership.

The approved document will serve as the basis for modernizing college and university educational programs in the professions and specialties included in the list. Specifically, secondary vocational education programs, as well as university bachelor's, master's, specialist, and residency programs, will be required to meet the challenges of technological leadership.

In total, the list includes over 500 professions and specialties for which training systems will be changed. They are grouped into several broad areas. These include computer science and computing, electronics, nanoelectronics, radio engineering and communications systems, cryptography, photonics, biotechnical systems and technologies, nuclear energy, aviation and rocket and space technology, mechatronics and robotics, medicine, and pharmaceuticals.

Additionally, the list includes approximately 400 scientific specialties identified as priorities for achieving technological independence and technological leadership. Thematic areas encompassing these specialties include artificial intelligence and machine learning, charged particle beam physics and accelerator technology, laser physics, crystallography, electrochemistry, virology, and intelligent transport systems.

Following a meeting of the Presidential Council on Science and Education held in 2025, the head of state instructed the Government to identify a list of professions, specialties, training areas, and scientific specialties that meet the objectives of ensuring technological independence and technological leadership.

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From Mikhail Mishustin's opening remarks at the operational meeting with deputy prime ministers, March 16, 2026

Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, commenting on the decision takenmeeting with deputy prime ministers on March 16, called the training of personnel with modern knowledge and competencies needed by the economy one of the most important tasks at all levels of education.

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Regional Abilympics professional skills championships for people with disabilities and special needs are beginning in all 89 constituent entities of the Russian Federation. The events are organized by the governments of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation and the regional Abilympics development centers, with the support of the Russian Ministry of Education, the National Abilympics Center of the Institute for the Development of Professional Education, and the presidential platform "Russia – Land of Opportunities."

The competition, which this year is being held under the motto "Every victory begins with a dream," is organized for three categories of participants: schoolchildren, students, and professionals.

"The national Abilympics movement is developing within the framework of the federal project 'Professionalism' of the national project 'Youth and Children.' For 12 years now, it has been helping young men and women gain confidence, find in-demand careers, and realize their potential and develop their talents—one of the national goals set by our President Vladimir Putin. Today marks the launch of regional championships across the country: over 30,000 competitors in all regions of the Russian Federation, including historical regions, will have the opportunity to showcase their talents and professional skills. Competitions will cover 238 competencies in 22 sectors, from industry to the social sphere. I wish every participant success!" said Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko.

For the first time, the regional championship program includes 14 new competencies reflecting modern technological and professional trends. Furthermore, 20 competencies have been given updated names in line with current professional standards.

The list of competencies is being developed jointly with employers, emphasized Education Minister Sergei Kravtsov in his welcome address to participants in the regional Abilympics championships and their mentors.

"The skills you acquire are your ticket to a successful professional life. The employment rate for Abilympics participants exceeds 93%. This is a very high figure. I would like to express special gratitude to the mentors and teachers. Your work and belief in your students are the foundation upon which their success is built. You don't simply impart knowledge; you help overcome barriers and open doors to a world full of opportunities," emphasized Sergey Kravtsov.

The list of competencies includes 70 areas of the "Festival of Opportunities" for participants with severe and multiple developmental disabilities. For the youngest participants, 25 areas of the "Festival of Introduction to Professions" have been identified, allowing schoolchildren to become familiar with various professional fields.

The winners of the regional championships will represent their regions in the qualifying round, which will determine the participants of the 2026 Abilympics National Championship, which will traditionally be held in Moscow.

The Abilympics movement is Russia's largest project supporting people with disabilities and limited health capabilities in the field of professional excellence. The championships promote the development of professional skills, career guidance, and employment opportunities for participants, as well as the creation of a modern, inclusive environment in the education system and labor market.

The Institute for the Development of Professional Education is holding the Abilympics championship as part of the federal project "Professionalism" of the national project "Youth and Children" on behalf of the Russian Ministry of Education.

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The Russian team took third place in the medal standings at the 2026 Paralympic Games. Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko congratulated the Russian Paralympic team.

"I congratulate our team on their brilliant performance at the XIV Winter Paralympics in Italy! Russian athletes won eight gold, one silver, and three bronze medals. They took third place, despite only six athletes competing for the medals. This is significantly fewer than the other leading teams. As President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin notes, the foundation of success is tireless work, self-confidence, and dedication to a beloved cause. In the current circumstances, our athletes have proven to the world that Russia is a proud name! Thank you for the spectacular sport, unwavering will, and the joy you gave us!" the Deputy Prime Minister stated.

He added that for the first time in 12 years, Russian athletes marched at the opening ceremony under their own flag and anthem. This success was made possible thanks to the efforts of the Russian Olympic and Paralympic Committees, the Ministry of Sport, and sports federations.

The Games were attended by alpine skiers Alexey Bugayev and Varvara Voronchikhina, skiers Ivan Golubkov, Anastasia Bagiyan, Sergey Sinyakin, and snowboarders Dmitry Fadeyev and Philippe Shebbo.

Gold medals at the Games were won by skiers Anastasia Bagiyan (three-time Paralympic champion), Ivan Golubkov (two victories), alpine skiers Varvara Voronchikhina (two gold medals) and Alexey Bugayev (one gold medal).

Varvara Voronchikhina won silver (alpine skiing, giant slalom). Bronze went to Alexey Bugayev (alpine skiing, downhill, and giant slalom) and Varvara Voronchikhina (alpine skiing, downhill).

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The government is systematically modernizing public utilities infrastructure across the country. The federal project "Modernization of Public Utilities Infrastructure," part of the national project "Infrastructure for Life," which launched in 2025, is aimed at systematically upgrading the country's housing and utilities sector.

"The housing and utilities sector, whose workers celebrate their professional holiday on March 15, has always been one of the most challenging. But problems accumulated over decades are being gradually addressed. Modernization of utilities infrastructure is one of the most ambitious and socially significant components of the national project 'Infrastructure for Life.' This work not only includes targeted upgrades of critical infrastructure but also creates a foundation for sustainable regional development. Comprehensive modernization plans have been developed, including more than 50,000 measures aimed at upgrading over 18,000 housing and utilities facilities and approximately 140,000 km of utility networks. Since the start of the national project, certain results have been achieved, laying the foundation for a systemic upgrade of the country's housing and utilities sector. Construction, reconstruction, and major repairs have been completed on more than 1,300 utilities infrastructure facilities," said Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

Various projects have already been completed in a number of regions. Significant work has been carried out in the Ryazan, Tula, Oryol, and Pskov regions. In the Krasnodar Krai, 20 water supply facilities were modernized in 2025, improving the quality of utilities for over 150,000 people. In the Republic of Bashkortostan, approximately 450,000 residents benefited from improvements following the completion of work at 19 water supply facilities. In the Republic of Kalmykia, three water supply facilities were commissioned, improving the quality of services for over 190,000 people.

"The most important condition for systemic modernization is the systematic transition of the industry to self-sufficiency and the attraction of extra-budgetary investments. Memoranda have been signed with 83 regions participating in the federal project "Modernization of Public Utilities Infrastructure" of the national project "Infrastructure for Life." These memoranda provide for a set of obligations to improve the efficiency of the housing and utilities sector: an annual reduction in overdue accounts receivable of resource supplying organizations by at least 2%, approval of investment programs for all organizations implementing activities within the framework of comprehensive plans, ensuring the renewal of at least 2.5% of heat, water supply and sanitation networks from 2030, as well as an annual reduction in the average time of emergency restoration work on the networks. In addition, by 2027, the level of implementation of investment programs must reach at least 80% of the planned target, and by 2030 – 100%. We are faced with an ambitious goal – by 2030, it is necessary to radically improve the quality of housing and utilities services for 20 million people. Within the framework of the federal project "Modernization of Public Utilities Infrastructure", we are consistently moving towards this goal, synchronizing the efforts of the federal center, regions and businesses,” noted Deputy Minister of Construction and Housing and Public Utilities Alexey Eresko.

Total funding for the housing and utilities sector in 2025–2030 is estimated at 4.5 trillion rubles, with private investment planned. Off-budget funding for this period is planned at 1.9 trillion rubles.

To date, all constituent entities of the Russian Federation have developed and approved comprehensive plans for the modernization of public utility infrastructure through 2030, which have been accumulated in the automated information system of the Territorial Development Fund (AIS FRT).

"The Territorial Development Fund monitors comprehensive plans for the implementation of the federal project 'Modernization of Public Utilities Infrastructure,' the activities of utility providers, and the implementation of memoranda signed between the Ministry of Construction and the regions. Overall, the AIS FRT contains detailed information on over 1.1 million housing and utilities facilities. This system is the only master database of public utilities facilities in the country, providing a comprehensive picture of the state of the industry," emphasized Vasily Kupyzin, CEO of the Territorial Development Fund.

Modern technological solutions are being employed during the reconstruction and major repairs of facilities in the regions. For example, during the renovation of main pipelines, trenchless and open-pit methods are used, with the complete replacement of worn steel pipes with low-density polyethylene alternatives. This increases the system's corrosion resistance and flexibility, ensuring a service life of over 50 years.

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Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Savelyev held a meeting on the implementation of the Moscow–St. Petersburg high-speed railway project. Participants discussed the current status of infrastructure construction and rolling stock production for the high-speed railway.

Active construction and installation work is currently underway in the Moscow and Tver regions on the test section from Zelenograd to Tver. This section will be used for testing the new high-speed train before the line's launch. Preparatory work has begun on the remaining stages.

As the Deputy Prime Minister noted, the intensity of construction work on the high-speed railway is increasing. "Since the end of last year, the number of workers involved has increased by more than 50% and now exceeds 20,000. The amount of equipment deployed has almost doubled, reaching over 10,000 units," said Vitaly Savelyev.

The project is highly technically complex due to the route's terrain and geology. It will require the construction of 239 bridges and overpasses, totaling 180 km. They will be constructed using 32-meter-long beams weighing 700 tons, significantly exceeding the parameters of standard road construction designs. To simplify logistics and maintain the rapid pace of construction, 10 production plants are being built along the entire Moscow–St. Petersburg HSR route.

Two robotic factories for the production of special ballastless slabs are being built simultaneously. Fourteen pile production plants will also be equipped for the project. Four such plants are already operating at the pilot site.

The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that it is crucial to maintain the current pace of work to ensure the launch of traffic on the first line of the high-speed railway within the deadlines set by the President.

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The Russia-Namibia Business Forum was held in Windhoek, Namibia, as part of the 11th meeting of the Intergovernmental Russian-Namibian Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation. The event was organized at the suggestion of the Namibian side and at the instruction of Yuri Trutnev, Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District and Chairman of the Russian side of the Intergovernmental Commission.

"Our countries are bound by a strong and long-standing friendship. Beginning in the 1960s, the USSR was one of the few countries that tangibly assisted the Namibian people in their liberation struggle. I believe we have no right to forget this. It is precisely this time-tested friendship that can serve as a reliable foundation for future relations. However, current relations are no less important. A number of conflicts are raging around the world. The Russian Federation continues its special military operation, and the situation in the Middle East and several other regions remains unstable. We know that Namibia supports the Russian Federation's position in UN voting. Together, we oppose the spread of Nazism and actively promote disarmament issues. Today's forum is primarily dedicated to business dialogue. Clearly, developing economic ties contributes to the preservation and development of friendship between our countries," Yuri Trutnev opened the business forum.

The forum was co-organized by the Ministry of International Relations and Trade of Namibia, the Namibia Investment and Development Promotion Board (NIPDB), the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI), the Far East and Arctic Development Corporation, and the Roscongress Foundation, with the support of the Russian Ministry of Economic Development.

Namibia's Minister of International Relations and Trade, Co-Chair of the Namibian Intergovernmental Commission, Selma Ashipala-Musawyi, noted the growing momentum in bilateral relations and the two countries' commitment to deepening economic cooperation, developing trade, and investment. "Today's business forum represents an important milestone in relations between Namibia and Russia. For decades, our countries have enjoyed strong diplomatic relations based on solidarity, mutual respect, and shared expectations for further development. Historically, the political relationship between Namibia and Russia has been strategic. However, the same cannot be said of our economic and trade relations. Our task today is to develop relations on this foundation and translate political will into practical economic partnership, investment, and industrial cooperation," Ashipala-Musawyi emphasized.

The Russia-Namibia Business Forum served as a discussion platform aimed at developing and strengthening the trade and investment partnership between Russia and Namibia. Representatives of over 20 Russian companies attended the event, including Rosatom, VEB.RF, Rostec, Nord Gold, and Uralkali. Representatives of over 70 Namibian companies also participated.

"I would like to thank the participants from the Russian Federation, who have come a long way. We are also grateful to the Namibian business community for their attention to developing relations with our country. I would like to emphasize that the Russian delegation is very representative. Our meeting today is being held as part of the Intergovernmental Russian-Namibian Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation. Clearly, the level of economic cooperation, reflected in the $18.4 million in trade turnover, cannot be considered sufficient. At the same time, if we look at trends, the volume of trade between our countries has been growing in recent years. I am confident that we will be able to find opportunities for cooperation in energy, high technology, mining, petrochemicals, finance, and the agro-industrial sector," said Yuri Trutnev.

Representatives of government and business circles from both countries discussed practical aspects and prospects for expanding cooperation in areas such as trade, energy, geological exploration, investment, transport and logistics, agro-industrial complex, high technology, and other priority areas of bilateral cooperation.

At the forum's plenary session dedicated to developing trade and investment partnerships between Russia and Namibia, Artem Dovlatov, Deputy Chairman of VEB.RF, noted the high potential for bilateral business development and the importance of financial mechanisms for practical implementation. "Russian businesses are ready to share solutions with Namibia in areas where Russia has clear expertise and proven experience. VEB's task is to assist in the implementation of the business agreements reached," Dovlatov stated.

Particular attention was paid to developing cooperation in education. Over 220 Namibians are studying at Russian universities. According to Yuri Trutnev, this will further facilitate the expansion of cooperation in this area and support the targeted training of Namibian personnel, primarily in in-demand engineering and technical fields.

"For us, developing economic contacts is not just a matter of cooperation between commercial organizations; it's also crucial for fostering friendship between countries. Therefore, the Government of the Russian Federation will support this work in every possible way. While economic cooperation is of great importance, the foundation is ultimately trust and mutual respect between countries. In this regard, Russia and Namibia have always held very close positions," concluded Yuri Trutnev.

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