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Yuri Trutnev is on a working visit to Buryatia.

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In Ulan-Ude, Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District Yuri Trutnev held meetings on the socioeconomic development of the Republic of Buryatia and the implementation of master plans; a meeting on the progress of new investment projects in the region; an inspection of social infrastructure construction projects; and a visit to the Voin Center.

"Based on the results of the third quarter of 2025, the industrial production growth rate in the Republic of Buryatia was 7.9%. This is above the average for the Far East and Russia as a whole. The growth in the physical volume of construction work is also high: from January to September 2025, it amounted to 47.3% compared to the same period the previous year. In the republic, 1 million square meters of housing was commissioned in 2024–2025. The growth rate of the average monthly wage is accelerating. The republic has a priority development area, and financial support measures are being implemented," Yuri Trutnev opened the meeting.

At the direction of Russian President Vladimir Putin, two master plans have been approved in the Republic of Buryatia: for the Ulan-Ude Urban Agglomeration and the city of Severobaikalsk. At the direction of Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, the master plan activities were updated and a corresponding order was issued in October of this year. The master plans provide for the implementation of 88 measures, 18 of which have been completed. These include the reconstruction of the Zabaikalets sports complex, the construction of a clinic, and the renovation and repair of transport infrastructure in Ulan-Ude. Major renovations to the Podlemorye sanatorium, improvements to the Baikal-Amur Mainline and Northern Lights parks, and landfill reclamation in Severobaikalsk are also planned. Another 16 projects are under construction, and design and estimate documentation is being developed for 13 projects. A large-scale reconstruction of utility networks in the central part of the city's Sovietsky district was carried out, a clinic was built, a stadium near the aircraft factory was renovated, and trams were purchased.

Buryatia Governor Alexey Tsydenov presented Yuri Trutnev with a report on the region's current socioeconomic development and prospects. "According to our forecasts, the gross regional product will grow by 2.3% in 2025, reaching 563.7 billion rubles. Industrial production for the first 10 months of 2025 increased by 6.8%. This ranks third in the Far Eastern Federal District and 13th in Russia. This growth is driven by record-breaking growth in the mining sector—a 25% increase, one of the best results in the country. Enterprises have increased production of coal, gold, uranium, fluorspar, and polymetals. Starting next year, we will begin mining beryllium. However, the manufacturing industry showed a 4.3% decline. Cardboard production at the Selenginsk Pulp and Board Mill decreased by 6%, and production at Ulan-Udestalmost fell by 22%. Construction activity is high, with growth rates up 47.3%. This ranks first in the Far Eastern Federal District and second in Russia. Social infrastructure upgrades continue. This year, 42 facilities were built: 20 healthcare facilities, 3 schools, and 19 sports facilities. Implementation of the master plan continues," he said.

In 2026, 20 more projects outlined in the master plans are scheduled to begin: 14 in Ulan-Ude and 6 in Severobaikalsk. Key projects next year include the opening of the National Museum of the Republic of Buryatia and the new building of the Baikal Theater. Next year, improvements to Ulan-Ude's city center will begin, and design work on the runway in Severobaikalsk will begin.

"It's important that work is underway to secure funding for the master plans. Currently, the Ulan-Ude master plan is 37% funded. This is not bad, considering that funds are allocated in each budget cycle and we still have five years of work ahead. Perhaps the most important project of the Ulan-Ude master plan, related to the implementation of the Clean Air federal project, is now beginning. Yuri Petrovich has given the necessary instructions to ensure this work is fully implemented," commented Alexey Chekunkov, Minister for the Development of the Far East and Arctic.

The Hectare and Far Eastern Mortgage programs are in effect; over 18,600 loan agreements have been concluded and over 6,600 people have received land plots.

The Deputy Prime Minister held a meeting on the progress of new investment projects in the Republic of Buryatia.

"We must pay attention to how investment projects are progressing. Our experience in the Far East clearly demonstrates that attracting investment is the primary path to regional development. Buryatia has a favorable starting point. Its natural diversity, rich mineral reserves, and unique Lake Baikal create a number of additional investment opportunities. With federal support, 23 investment projects are being implemented here with a planned investment volume of over 314 billion rubles, of which over 150 billion rubles have already been invested. However, much work remains to be done," Yuri Trutnev opened the meeting.

Projects in tourism, agriculture, and industry were presented at the meeting. Green Flow Baikal management reported on the creation of a healing resort within the Baikal Harbor special economic zone, located within the Turka site. Construction of the Gusinoozersky greenhouse complex for year-round vegetable cultivation (Gusinoozersky Greenhouse Complex LLC) continues in the Buryatia priority development area. Ulan-Ude Oilseed Plant LLC plans to build a workshop for producing oil from oilseeds using the cold pressing method. The implementation of the trilateral cooperation agreement between ApatitAgro, the Far East and Arctic Development Corporation, and the Government of the Republic of Buryatia, signed on the sidelines of the 10th Eastern Economic Forum, was discussed. Ugolny Razrez LLC, a resident of the Buryatia priority development area, presented a project for the development of the Okino-Klyuchevskoye brown coal deposit with a design coal production capacity of up to 3.5–4.5 million tons per year. Development of the Ermakovskoye beryllium deposit, including the construction of a mining and processing plant, has begun in the Buryatia priority development area. The project envisages the development of one of the largest beryllium deposits in Russia. where, in addition to beryllium, a significant amount of fluorite is contained.

That same day, Yuri Trutnev heard a report on the construction of facilities included in the Ulan-Ude master plan. The National Museum is 60% complete, the Baikal Theatre and Cultural Center is 40% complete, construction of the Ulaan-Khoto residential complex is underway, and the design and estimate documentation for the inter-university campus has received a positive state expert review.

Yuri Trutnev toured the classrooms and spoke with the instructor staff and top cadets. The students shared their proposals for developing the UAV industry and sought advice on choosing their future career paths. Since the branch's founding in 2023, extensive work has been carried out on military-sports training and patriotic education of young people, training over 10,000 cadets. Today, the branch's instructors include 15 combat veterans, 11 participants in special military operations, masters of sport and candidate masters of sport, and experienced coaches with recognized professional achievements.

Yuri Trutnev also presented an award to Mikhail Andreevsky, winner of the 2024 "Star of the Far East" public and business award in the "Hectare of Victory" category. This category recognizes the best projects within the "Far Eastern Hectare" in support of special military operations. Mikhail Andreevsky built areas for a compact shooting range, a circular shooting range, and a crossbow shooting range, and also equipped a paintball area. The shooting range has become a popular training ground for volunteers serving in the Special Military Operations Zone.

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Financial news: Sergei Konstantinovich Dubinin has died.

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On December 4, economist and statesman Sergei Konstantinovich Dubinin passed away.

He led the Bank of Russia during a challenging period for the country's economy and financial sector—from 1995 to 1998. In this position, Sergei Konstantinovich made a significant contribution to the implementation of the economic stabilization program, the economy's recovery from the hyperinflation of the early years of the transition period, and had a significant impact on the development of the country's banking system.

The management of the Bank of Russia expresses its condolences to the family and friends of Sergei Konstantinovich.

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Dmitry Patrushev held a meeting on the construction and reconstruction of wastewater treatment facilities in the Mari El Republic.

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Dmitry Patrushev held a meeting on the construction and reconstruction of wastewater treatment facilities in the Republic of Mari El.

Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev held a meeting on the implementation of projects to construct and commission wastewater treatment facilities in the Mari El Republic. This work is being carried out as part of Incident No. 55, "Wastewater Treatment Facilities." The event was attended by Head of the Republic Yuri Zaitsev, along with senior officials from the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Construction, Rosprirodnadzor, and Glavgosexpertiza.

Since 2019, construction and reconstruction of six wastewater treatment facilities in the cities of Yoshkar-Ola and Kozmodemyansk, as well as the Mari-Turek, Paranginsky, and Kilemarsky districts, have been underway in the Mari El Republic as part of the "Volga Recovery" federal project. Meeting participants discussed in detail the operation of the existing wastewater treatment facilities. In particular, special attention was paid to modernizing the facilities and equipping them with the necessary equipment.

As noted, to bring the wastewater treatment facilities in Kozmodemyansk up to regulatory standards, local treatment facilities must be installed for the industrial customers. The region has already organized the necessary work. Dmitry Patrushev has tasked the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade with getting involved in resolving this issue.

Furthermore, for the wastewater treatment facilities in Yoshkar-Ola to be fully operational, the second phase of their reconstruction is required. Work on the first phase was completed under the national "Ecology" project, and the second phase will be continued under the Russian Ministry of Construction's national "Infrastructure for Life" project.

Dmitry Patrushev instructed the Russian Ministry of Construction to take special care of the implementation of this project. Monitoring of the work will be conducted as part of Incident No. 55, "Wastewater Treatment Facilities." Efforts to modernize the republic's public utility infrastructure will continue.

Incident No. 55 "Wastewater Treatment Facilities" was established on June 15, 2024, to coordinate the construction and reconstruction of wastewater treatment facilities implemented as part of the national "Ecology" project, as well as to ensure the operation of these facilities and the achievement of regulatory wastewater treatment parameters. Work is currently under consideration at 145 facilities in 19 regions.

When working in an incident format, a special project management system deployed within the Government Coordination Center is used. It allows for the prompt coordination of participants' actions and real-time monitoring of project implementation.

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Dmitry Patrushev: The introduction of gas-powered power plants in agricultural enterprises will reduce the cost of agricultural production.

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Dmitry Patrushev: The introduction of gas-powered power plants at agricultural enterprises will reduce the cost of agricultural production.

At a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev, the progress of the Ministry of Agriculture and Gazprom's pilot project to introduce stationary gas-powered reciprocating power plants with internal combustion engines at agro-industrial enterprises was discussed.

This technology is primarily used for autonomous power supply of greenhouses, livestock farms, and processing plants. In-house power generation by agricultural enterprises allows for significant reductions in electricity and heating costs, high-quality, uninterruptible power supply, and increased capacity.

Over 50 power plants will be installed during the first phase of the pilot project. The list of participating companies will expand as early as 2026.

"The initial experience has shown that farmers' energy costs are reduced by up to 50%. This directly impacts pricing, helping to lower the cost of agricultural products. The total annual savings for project participants are estimated at one billion rubles. Therefore, it makes sense to replicate this practice among more companies, especially since government support measures are available for this purpose," noted Dmitry Patrushev.

To support this initiative, preferential lending is available, including through the state program "Comprehensive Development of Rural Areas." Starting next year, additional support will be available for the purchase of such units under the new federal project "Small Agribusiness Development." Up to 60% of the cost of the gas turbine unit will be reimbursed.

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Top Stories of the Day | Thursday: Sudan, Arab States, Sanctions, Malaria

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December 4, 2025 UN

The main news of the day at the UN and around the world: escalating violence in Sudan, extreme weather events in Arab countries, the International Day against Unilateral Coercive Measures, a WHO report on progress in the fight against malaria.

Violence in Darfur and Kordofan

In El Fasher, North Darfur state, Sudan, extrajudicial killings, rapes, and ethnically motivated attacks are taking place. Those who manage to escape the city are also becoming victims of crimes: the roads leading out of El Fasher have become "scenes of unimaginable brutality," stated UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk. He also warned of events unfolding in the neighboring region of Kordofan. Violence there is escalating, several towns are under siege, and the number of civilian casualties is rising.

Extreme weather in Arab countries

Temperatures in the Arab region are rising almost twice as fast as the global average. In 2024, the region experienced unprecedented heat, droughts, and severe water shortages, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO)'s first report on the state of the climate in the Arab world. Several countries reported temperatures above 50 degrees Celsius last year, while the regional average was 1.08 degrees Celsius higher than the 1991-2020 average. The WMO also notes that only 60 percent of Arab countries have early warning systems for extreme weather events.

Unilateral coercive measures

Today marks the first International Day Against Unilateral Coercive Measures. The General Assembly held an informal meeting to mark the occasion. General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock highlighted the difference between unilateral coercive measures and those provided for in the UN Charter. She called for dialogue and a multilateral approach.

Progress in the fight against malaria

The World Health Organization (WHO) released its annual malaria report on Thursday, noting significant progress in the fight against the disease thanks to the introduction of new tools, from vaccines to innovative mosquito nets. Experts estimate that approximately 170 million malaria infections and at least one million deaths will be averted globally by 2024. The WHO has certified nearly 50 countries, including Georgia, as malaria-free.

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Annalena Baerbock: Unilateral measures would not be necessary if all countries respected the UN Charter

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December 4, 2025 International law

Today marks the first International Day Against Unilateral Coercive Measures. The General Assembly held an informal meeting to mark the occasion. General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock highlighted the key difference between unilateral coercive measures and those provided for in the UN Charter.

"As the name suggests, 'unilateral' measures are taken by one side. And their purpose is to coerce the other side," she said.

She stressed that such steps are fundamentally different from actions taken collectively by the Security Council or regional organizations in accordance with the UN Charter.

According to Baerbock, unilateral coercive measures are not an abstract policy. She cited the Secretary-General's latest report, which describes the consequences of such actions for developing countries and their populations, including food and medical shortages, problems with the delivery of humanitarian aid, economic slowdowns, and rising inflation.

“They [unilateral coercive measures – editor’s note] have a real impact on people’s lives,” the General Assembly Speaker emphasized.

Baerbock noted that the negative effects are felt far beyond the individual countries against which such measures are directed.

“They can also extend beyond their borders, disrupting regional and global supply chains,” the Chair said.

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Baerbock also emphasized that UN member states agree that any restrictive measures must comply with the Charter of the Organization and international law.

She added: “Such measures and sanctions would not be necessary if all Member States respected the principles of the UN Charter and their obligations under international law.”

Baerbock called for dialogue instead of coercion and a multilateral approach instead of a unilateral one.

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Malaria: Innovations have saved millions of lives, but the global threat remains

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December 4, 2025 Healthcare

The World Health Organization (WHO) released its annual report on Thursday malaria, which notes significant progress in the fight against this disease thanks to the introduction of new tools—from vaccines to innovative mosquito nets. Experts estimate that by 2024, approximately 170 million cases of malaria infection and at least one million deaths will have been averted globally.

Since 2021, when the world's first malaria vaccine was approved, 24 countries have included it in their national immunization programs. Seasonal chemoprophylaxis has been expanded, reaching 54 million children in 2024, up from only 200,000 in 2012. Furthermore, the WHO has certified 47 countries and one territory as malaria-free. Cabo Verde and Egypt will join them in 2024, and Georgia, Suriname, and Timor-Leste will follow in 2025.

Despite these successes, in 2024, 282 million malaria cases and 610,000 deaths were recorded globally. Ninety-five percent of deaths occurred in the WHO African Region, with the majority of deaths occurring in children under five. The mortality rate was 13.8 per 100,000 population, more than triple the global target of 4.5.

Drug resistance and genetic mutations

The WHO warns of growing parasite resistance to key drugs. Additional challenges include genetic mutations in parasites that reduce the accuracy of rapid tests, resistance to pyrethroids in 48 countries, and the spread of the insecticide-resistant Anopheles stephensi mosquito in nine African countries. Climate change and extreme weather events are fueling new outbreaks, while conflict and instability are disrupting health systems.

Funding shortfall

Funding for malaria remains critically low: $3.9 billion was allocated in 2024, less than half the 2025 target. This funding cut has weakened health systems, led to the cancellation or postponement of routine screenings, and increased risk of drug supply disruptions.

"New tools give us hope, but we face significant challenges," said WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. The World Health Organization is calling on countries where malaria remains endemic to maintain their commitment to combating this dangerous disease.

What you need to know about malaria

Malaria is a life-threatening disease transmitted to humans by certain species of mosquitoes. It occurs primarily in tropical countries.

Infection occurs through a parasite bite. The disease is not transmitted from person to person.

Malaria symptoms range from mild to life-threatening. Mild symptoms include fever, chills, and headache. Severe symptoms include weakness, confusion, seizures, and difficulty breathing.

Infants, children under five years of age, pregnant women, and people with HIV infection or AIDS are at increased risk of severe infection.

Malaria can be prevented by avoiding mosquito bites and through medication. Treatment can help stop the further progression of mild cases.

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Sudan: UN calls for end to violence in Darfur and Kordofan

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December 4, 2025 Peace and security

In El Fasher, North Darfur state, Sudan, extrajudicial killings, rape, and ethnic violence are taking place. Those who manage to escape the city also become victims of crimes: the roads leading out of El Fasher have become "scenes of unimaginable brutality," stated UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk.

He also warned about events unfolding in the neighboring region of Kordofan. Following the capture of El Fasher by the Rapid Intervention Forces, the number of civilian casualties there has increased.

"There are no signs of de-escalation. On the contrary, events on the ground indicate clear preparations for an intensification of hostilities," Türk said.

The UN team working in Sudan has condemned the escalation of violence in Kordofan, including the siege of several towns.

"We are deeply concerned about the ongoing attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure, which are a clear violation of international humanitarian law," the team said in a statement.

It also notes that the fighting is limiting the population's access to food, medicine, and basic necessities. Farmers are unable to work their fields or sell their produce at markets, further increasing the risk of famine.

In the town of Kadugli in South Kordofan state, conditions that could lead to famine have already been recorded.

“We call on all those involved in the fighting to protect civilians, as well as medical and humanitarian workers, especially those fleeing besieged areas, and local first responders on the front lines providing vital support to the population,” the UN country team said.

They also called for the protection of civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and markets, and an end to the abduction and recruitment of children.

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The US Geological Survey has refuted its own erroneous earthquake warning for Nevada.

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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) — The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) on Thursday withdrew an earlier earthquake warning near Dayton in the U.S. state of Nevada, saying the notice was sent in error.

The USGS previously said a magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck Thursday at 16:06 GMT, 6 kilometers east of Dayton, adding that the epicenter was initially measured at 39.24 degrees north latitude and 119.52 degrees west longitude, with the hypocenter at a depth of 8 kilometers.

However, in a subsequent statement, the USGS said the warning was "incorrect."

"The ShakeAlert earthquake warning system issued an erroneous warning of a magnitude 5.9 earthquake in the Reno and Carson City area of Nevada," the service said on its website.

“The event did not occur and information about it has been removed from USGS websites and data feeds,” the service said.

The USGS added that it is working to determine the cause of the erroneous warning. –0–

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South Africa will suspend its participation in the G20 during the US presidency, according to a spokesman for the South African president.

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Johannesburg, December 4 (Xinhua) — South Africa announced on Thursday that it would temporarily withdraw from the Group of Twenty (G20). Earlier, the United States, which assumed the G20 presidency, confirmed that it would not invite South Africa to participate in the G20 during its presidency.

"We will 'take a break' until we resume normal operations," Vincent Magwenya, spokesman for South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, wrote on social media.

"Around this time next year, the UK will assume the G20 Presidency. This will allow us to engage meaningfully and substantively on issues that truly matter to the rest of the world," he noted.

The announcement came after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday that Washington "will not extend an invitation to the South African government to participate in G20 events" during the US presidency.

Relations between South Africa and the United States reached a low point this year after US President Donald Trump repeatedly accused South Africa of so-called "white genocide." These accusations were vigorously denied by South African authorities.

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