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In 2026, 95 clusters from 43 Russian regions will join the federal "Professionalism" project of the national "Youth and Children" project. They will train specialists in 20 sectors in demand by the country's economy. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko and Minister of Education Sergei Kravtsov.

"The 'Professionality' federal project allows us to build a system in which specialist training is tailored to the needs of enterprises. Our President, Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, has called personnel issues fundamental to the country's development. The creation of new 'Professionality' clusters within the framework of the 'Youth and Children' national project is a direct investment in Russia's future. Currently, 506 clusters in 86 regions cover 24 key economic sectors. An additional 95 clusters from 43 Russian regions are expected to join the 'Professionality' project in 2026," emphasized Dmitry Chernyshenko.

As part of the "Professionality" program, employers participate in the development of training programs, provide modern equipment and mentors, and graduates enter production with real competencies and a readiness to begin work immediately.

Clusters will be opened in the following industries: agriculture (14), mechanical engineering (11), transport industry (9), construction industry (8), education (6), mining industry, information technology, light industry, fuel and energy complex, chemical industry (5 clusters each), clinical and preventive medicine, metallurgy, tourism and services (4 clusters each), electrical industry (3), radio electronics (2), rail transport, robotics industry, art and creative industry, electronics industry, forestry industry (one cluster each).

Education Minister Sergei Kravtsov clarified that the presentations of the activity plans for the "Professionality" clusters opening in 2026 and their operational strategies for 2026–2028 will be held in Kaluga on February 26 and 27 at the Federal Technopark for Professional Education. This event will help identify growth areas and areas for improving the clusters' performance.

"The 'Professionalism' project has become a systemic mechanism for transforming secondary vocational education. Thanks to the project, modern workshops are being created in colleges and technical schools, curricula are being updated, and training periods are being shortened. This model of training specialists tailored to specific employer needs has proven itself to be highly effective. Professionalism is legally enshrined as a new form of educational activity, which requires employer participation in the management of educational institutions and the organization of educational activities. From September 1, 2026, all colleges and technical schools across the country will be able to implement it," stated Sergey Kravtsov.

The federal project "Professionalism" was launched in 2022 and aims to align the personnel needs of enterprises with the capabilities of the secondary vocational education system.

The project is being implemented by the Ministry of Education. The federal operator is the Institute for the Development of Professional Education.

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Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in the Far Eastern Federal District Yuri Trutnev held a meeting on the issue of "Eliminating Administrative Restrictions in the Elimination of the Consequences of Emergencies."

"We have gathered to discuss the issue of emergency response. Unfortunately, emergencies are common in the Far East. These include fires, floods, and other natural disasters. For example, we recently experienced extreme snowfall in Kamchatka. All of this leads to destabilization of life in the regions and often poses risks to the lives and health of the population. At the same time, unfortunately, emergency response, and sometimes even prevention, often conflicts with current legislation," Yuri Trutnev opened the discussion.

In emergency response situations, executive bodies of constituent entities of the Russian Federation and local governments are faced with the need to comply with certain legal norms that prevent regulatory bodies from effectively implementing the response. This, in turn, leads to an increase in the number of victims, material damage, delays in restoration work, and a decrease in public confidence in government authorities.

The adoption of emergency measures by executive bodies of constituent entities of the Russian Federation in certain situations without the consent of regulatory authorities (Rosleskhoz, Rosprirodnadzor, Rospotrebnadzor, Rostekhnadzor) may entail, among other things, the violation of certain legal norms governing day-to-day activities, as well as create an additional risk of bringing employees of response units and workers of regional emergency services to liability established by the legislation of the Russian Federation.

Following the meeting, Yuri Trutnev instructed the Ministry of Emergency Situations, together with the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East, to analyze current legislation and, in conjunction with interested federal ministries and agencies, propose necessary legislative amendments.

"We need to review current legislation. I've been working in the Far East for over ten years, and I always try to visit areas where people's lives and health are at risk, because I believe it's my responsibility. I've seen a lot: burned-out villages, flooded settlements, derailed trains. Often, it was impossible to make timely decisions due to the limitations of current legislation. An interim meeting was held today. We need to address this issue not only within the context of the current emergency situation. For example, with forest fires—when the fire hasn't yet reached a populated area, but the forest is already ablaze, a state of emergency hasn't yet been declared, and homes are at risk of burning. We need to take precautions in advance, not wait until homes burn down. Only one agency can be responsible for taking preventative measures—the Ministry of the Russian Federation for Civil Defense, Emergencies, and Elimination of Consequences of Natural Disasters. I asked for another analysis. The Ministry of Emergency Situations will handle this in conjunction with relevant ministries and agencies. We will discuss this issue again in more detail," Yuri Trutnev concluded.

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The national tourism portal "Puteshestvoem.rf" has added four new car routes—three regional and one interregional—through the Nizhny Novgorod and Sverdlovsk regions, the Volga region, and the Jewish Autonomous Region.

"Our President, Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, noted that car tourism as a form of recreation is becoming increasingly popular. A key tool in developing domestic tourism is the Puteshestvoem.rf portal, which operates as part of the Tourism and Hospitality national project. It offers useful information for tourists, including driving routes developed according to the concept approved by the Russian Government. 125 of these routes have already been developed. Now, car travelers can choose from ready-made routes across 67 regions of the country," said Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko.

The total length of verified routes is over 43,000 km, and ready-made road trip ideas cover more than 1,550 tourist attractions, including museums, churches, nature reserves, and industrial facilities. For the convenience of road tourists, over 1,000 roadside service facilities and approximately 370 multifunctional zones are available along the routes.

The new products include: "Auto Route through the Jewish Autonomous Region" A 334-kilometer-long route, where you can relax at the Kuldur spa and resort with its hot springs, visit the Bastak Nature Reserve with its Komarov lotus lakes, and conclude the journey with a visit to the Battle of Volochayevka Memorial Museum Complex. This route is the fifth in the Far East.

Two-day car route "Along the roads of princes and masters of the Nizhny Novgorod region"The 210-kilometer-long route runs through Balakhna, Purekh, Chkalovsk, Zavolzhye, and Gorodets. Here, tourists will learn about the history of salt production and Volga shipbuilding, Balakhna lace, and Purekh bells.

Five-day tripFrom the shrines of Nizhny Novgorod to the latitudes of SaratovThe 851 km long route passes through the pilgrimage and tourist cluster "Arzamas – Diveyevo – Sarov", the Nizhny Novgorod region, the Republic of Mordovia, the Penza and Saratov regions, introducing travelers to places associated with the name of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

Four-day itinerary"The Northern Urals: A Journey Through Centuries and Peaks"The 780-kilometer route through the Sverdlovsk region begins in Yekaterinburg and passes through Nevyansk with its famous Leaning Tower. Travelers will then head to Verkhoturye, the spiritual capital of the Urals, before reaching Mount Konzhakovsky Kamen, the highest point in the Middle Urals.

"Due to ongoing restrictions on air travel, the development of car tourism is becoming a strategic priority for the tourism industry. Today, people are increasingly choosing to travel by car – it's convenient, mobile, and allows them to plan their vacations without being tied to regular transportation schedules. Therefore, at the direction of the President of Russia, we are implementing the Concept for the Development of Car Tourism to create all the conditions for such travelers throughout the country. "Puteshestvouem.rf" currently offers 125 pre-made, diverse road trips, so everyone can find the perfect option for themselves: whether you want to embark on a long, multi-day trip and explore several regions at once, or take a short weekend getaway to recharge and soak up the excitement. This approach meets the needs of modern tourists. People have become more active; they want to manage their own vacations, get more done, and see interesting places, rather than just sit in one place. Road trips offer precisely this freedom and the opportunity to quickly experience the history, nature, and culture of different corners of our country," commented Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov.

Road trips are becoming an increasingly popular form of recreation among Russians, a natural result of systematic efforts to develop domestic tourism within the framework of the national project "Tourism and Hospitality."

The Russian Ministry of Economic Development, the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Digital Development, the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Center for Strategic Research, the National Priorities Autonomous Non-Profit Organization, regional authorities, the business community, and industry associations are continuing to work to create a network of automobile tourist routes equipped with modern infrastructure and safe roads, reliable communications and navigation, developed roadside services, and comfortable conditions for travelers.

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Another 153 apartments have been occupied in the Far East under the program Affordable rental housing in the Far Eastern Federal District and the Arctic Zone of the Russian Federation, operated by DOM.RF. A total of 3,188 apartments in nine regions have already been delivered to tenants, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District Yuri Trutnev.

In Anadyr (Chukotka Autonomous Okrug), 40 families received keys to their apartments in the presence of regional governor Vladislav Kuznetsov. They were provided with rental housing in a building that is part of the Yagodny-2 residential complex. In Khabarovsk, 113 apartments in the Severny Park residential complex have been occupied. The categories of tenants have been determined by regional authorities. They include doctors, teachers, young professionals under 35, employees of defense industry enterprises, and representatives of other in-demand professions.

"We are fulfilling the goal set by the head of state to provide young professionals and in-demand workers with housing at subsidized rent. Tenants pay about a quarter of the market price, with the state subsidizing the remaining costs. This program helps those already living and working in the Far East and attracts additional specialists, thereby contributing to the economic development of the macroregion and improving people's lives," said Yuri Trutnev.

A rental house in Khabarovsk was built on a plot of land transferred to the developer following one of the first DOM.RF auctions for the right to conclude a comprehensive territorial development agreement (CTDA), took place by the end of 2021. In total, more than 600,000 square meters of housing are planned to be built on a territory with a total area of 66.9 hectares.

"Our goal when implementing large-scale projects in the Far East is to offer comprehensive solutions that not only provide people with square meters but also create a comfortable urban environment in new microdistricts. DOM.RF offers a wide range of market-relevant and government-supported tools for this purpose. The Khabarovsk project is a prime example of this approach, as it utilizes project financing from DOM.RF, along with land transfer for construction, and an infrastructure bond mechanism, which made it possible to build the TM-35 heating main, which will eventually provide heat to 30,000 families in three microdistricts under construction," noted Denis Filippov, Deputy General Director of DOM.RF.

Thanks to subsidies from the federal and regional budgets, a family in Khabarovsk will pay approximately 4,600 rubles per month for an apartment of approximately 20 square meters, and 19,500 rubles for an apartment of approximately 83 square meters. This is the third rental building in the region built under the program. A total of 2,388 new apartments will be rented out under the program in the region.

"Constructing affordable rental housing isn't just about adding square footage; it's an investment in the region's future. This approach not only provides housing for the region's needed specialists but also creates a sustainable environment for attracting talent and boosting the economy. Last year, more than 320 families in Khabarovsk Krai improved their housing conditions thanks to the program: 84 of them received keys to apartments in Komsomolsk-on-Amur and 240 in Khabarovsk. DOM.RF is a reliable partner in implementing this goal," said Khabarovsk Krai Governor Dmitry Demeshin.

The monthly rent for a 36.5 square meter apartment in Anadyr will be 12,100 rubles thanks to subsidies from the federal and regional budgets, while for a 59.4 square meter apartment, it will be 19,900 rubles. This is the second rental building in Chukotka to be completed under the program. The first, along with 42 families, will be completed in Vladivostok in December 2023. received 40 families received keys to apartments in the Yagodny residential complex. A total of 366 rental apartments will be handed over to residents in the district.

"Rental homes are a key solution for those who want to work and live in Chukotka. This program allows professionals not only to come here, but to stay here, raise their children, and build a future. In partnership with DOM.RF, we create comfortable conditions and ensure an influx of new professionals for the region," emphasized Vladislav Kuznetsov.

DOM.RF operates a program to build affordable rental housing in the Far Eastern Federal District and the Arctic. The Russian government has allocated 87 billion rubles for this purpose. The construction of approximately 11,400 rental apartments in all 11 regions of the Far Eastern Federal District has already been financed. started Construction of the first building in the Murmansk region. Thanks to special financing conditions and subsidies from federal and regional budgets, the monthly rental rate is approximately one-quarter of the market average.

Since 2016, DOM.RF has been operating in several residential rental categories: commercial, corporate, discounted rentals for certain categories of citizens, and student rentals. The company's portfolio currently includes 87 projects in 20 regions of Russia. In total, it has financed the construction of over 22,500 apartments and suites with modern finishes, furniture, and appliances, covering a total area of 1.1 million square meters. The total investment volume is approximately 140 billion rubles.

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Denis Manturov chaired a meeting of the organizing committee to prepare for Space Week 2026.

First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov chaired the first meeting of the organizing committee for Space Week 2026. The event took place at the National Space Center named after the world's first female cosmonaut, Vera Tereshkova.

Earlier, President Vladimir Putin signed a decree establishing Space Week as an annual event in Russia from April 6 to 12. In 2026, Space Week will also be part of the commemorative events commemorating the 65th anniversary of the first human spaceflight. Denis Manturov has been appointed chairman of the organizing committee.

"Overall, Space Week should help enhance the prestige of work in the industry. Government agencies, regions, businesses, the scientific, cultural, and educational communities, as well as the media, must be united around this goal. I ask all members of the organizing committee to do everything possible in their respective areas to ensure that Space Week becomes a truly large-scale nationwide event," the First Deputy Prime Minister said.

The key events of the upcoming Space Week include the Russian Space Forum. The First Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the need to ensure a high-quality, substantive forum program and a high-level of participation.

In addition to the Space Forum, the Week will feature an educational marathon organized by the "Knowledge" society, a series of thematic sessions and hackathons at Roscosmos' flagship universities, a number of theatrical productions and museum exhibitions across the country, the broadcast of documentary, feature, and popular science content about space on federal television, a youth concert, and a gala event at the State Kremlin Palace.

"Space is not only a source of national pride but also a key resource for Russia's development, technological, and economic leadership. Developing our own launch capabilities, satellite constellations, production, and digital platforms ensures the independence of our critical infrastructure and shapes a new near-Earth space economy. At the same time, space is a universal language of cooperation. Through joint projects, technology exchange, and open dialogue, we strengthen Russia's position as a responsible partner, using space diplomacy as a tool of soft power and a constructive international agenda," noted Anton Kobyakov, Advisor to the President of Russia and Executive Secretary of the Organizing Committee of Space Week 2026.

"Our mission is to showcase modern space, the space that surrounds us every day: from communications and navigation on our phones to the artificial intelligence that already assists astronauts in orbit. This is all space: familiar, yet innovative and dynamically developing. The Week's communications objective can be summed up briefly: space to the max. Our goal is for more than 100 million people to learn about Russian Space Week and its events from a variety of sources," said Dmitry Bakanov, head of Roscosmos.

The event was also attended by Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev (via video link) and Commander-in-Chief of the Space Forces and Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Aerospace Forces Alexander Golovko.

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Dmitry Patrushev held a meeting on developing a closed-loop economy and improving waste management in the Volga Federal District.

During his working visit to the Nizhny Novgorod Region, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev held a meeting on developing a circular economy and improving waste management in the Volga Federal District. Representatives of the Federal Assembly, the leadership of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, the Russian Environmental Operator, and regions of the federal district participated in the event.

"The Volga Federal District generates approximately 20% of the country's total municipal solid waste annually, amounting to over 8 million tons. Since 2019, 75 municipal solid waste management facilities have been commissioned here. Their combined processing capacity is approximately 3 million tons, and their disposal capacity is over 800,000 tons per year," said Dmitry Patrushev.

The Deputy Prime Minister announced that to achieve the industry's goals—100% sorting and reducing the landfill share to 50%—an additional 69 waste management facilities must be built in the Volga Federal District by 2030. Dmitry Patrushev emphasized the importance of accelerating the creation of the required infrastructure.

Another topic of the meeting was the development of a circular economy. According to the decree of the President of Russia, a quarter of waste should be recycled by 2030.

"In total, the Volga Federal District generates over 100 million tons of waste of all types annually. In addition to municipal solid waste, this includes waste from industry, construction, medicine, agriculture, and forestry. However, existing capacity for its disposal is still insufficient. Therefore, each region in the district must find its own growth opportunity in this area," noted Dmitry Patrushev.

The Deputy Prime Minister also emphasized the importance of ensuring a balance in processing capacity, taking into account interregional deficits and surpluses across various areas. Furthermore, it is necessary not only to build new facilities but also to efficiently utilize existing ones. This must be taken into account when building appropriate supply chains. The Ministry of Natural Resources and the Russian Ecological Operator will assist the constituent entities of the Russian Federation in this effort.

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Marat Khusnullin and DPR Head Denis Pushilin signed documents on the development of key settlements and the restoration and modernization of public utilities.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khusnullin and DPR Head Denis Pushilin signed documents on the development of key settlements and the restoration and modernization of public utilities.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khusnullin visited the Raduga kindergarten in Mariupol.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khusnullin visited the Raduga kindergarten in Mariupol.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khusnullin visited the Raduga kindergarten in Mariupol.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khusnullin visited the Raduga kindergarten in Mariupol.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khunullin visited the new building of the 28th fire and rescue unit of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in the Ordzhonikidze district of Mariupol.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khunullin visited the new building of the 28th fire and rescue unit of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in the Ordzhonikidze district of Mariupol.

February 13, 2026

Marat Khunullin visited the new building of the 28th fire and rescue unit of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in the Ordzhonikidze district of Mariupol.

February 13, 2026

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Marat Khusnullin and DPR Head Denis Pushilin signed documents on the development of key settlements and the restoration and modernization of public utilities.

Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin made a working visit to the Donetsk People's Republic. As part of the visit, he inspected renovated facilities and held meetings.

"I watched the children perform songs and dances at the Raduga kindergarten in Mariupol. I noted the key words in one of the poems: this isn't just a building for young children, but a cozy home, and they're celebrating their housewarming in it. These statements are fully consistent with our objectives under the national project 'Infrastructure for Life.' Over 130 children attend the kindergarten, and under the supervision of the 'Single Customer,' conditions for their comprehensive development have been created. The gymnasium even has a chessboard floor, and there are plans to collaborate with a chess club in the future," the Deputy Prime Minister said.

He also visited the new building of the 28th Fire and Rescue Unit of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in the Ordzhonikidze District of Mariupol. It is equipped with specialized equipment and everything necessary for 24/7 service and rapid response.

During a meeting on the socioeconomic development of the DPR, participants discussed regional budget execution, plans for the restoration and development of distribution networks, and water supply issues. Marat Khusnullin and the head of the republic, Denis Pushilin, then signed documents on the development of key settlements and measures to restore and modernize public infrastructure facilities in the DPR. The Russian Ministry of Construction and the Territorial Development Fund, a public company, participated in their development.

"The first document is a practical action plan: what will be done across the region over the next five years in 34 key settlements where the majority of the DPR population lives. As a result of this work, quality of life should improve by at least 30%. The second is plans to bring utility networks up to standard. There are 2,000 headworks, filtration, and pumping stations in the republic—77% of which require modernization. The length of heating, water supply, and wastewater networks is over 22,000 km, of which 57% require replacement. Of course, the most important issue is water supply. The program outlines the priority work we need to do to reduce losses and the new water pipelines we need to build to provide residents with water," noted Marat Khusnullin.

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