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Section of the M-11 "Neva" highway.

Systematic infrastructure development efforts continue in Russia, with road network modernization a key element. Specifically, construction of a traffic interchange has begun in the Leningrad Region at kilometer 594 of the M-11 "Neva" federal highway, as announced by Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

"We are taking a comprehensive approach to addressing the country's infrastructure development. This involves creating a unified, interconnected road network. To this end, we are upgrading existing highways, building new ones, and constructing interchanges. In response to public demand and at the initiative of the governors of the Leningrad and Novgorod regions, we have begun construction of a transport interchange at km 594 of the M-11 "Neva" Highway. This project will connect the federal and regional road networks with high-speed traffic, improving transport links between the regions. The interchange will provide a shorter route to Luga and the Murmansk Highway—towards Kirishi, Volkhov, Novaya Ladoga, Lodeynoye Pole, Petrozavodsk, and Murmansk—and will reduce travel time for local residents. The project will also drive the socioeconomic development of the regions. Logistics will be accelerated, new tourist routes will emerge, and opportunities for business development will open up. "Currently, a series of works are underway at the site to prepare the site for future construction, as well as construct the embankment," said Marat Khusnullin.

The interchange will be built at the intersection of the M-11 "Neva" highway and the 41A-004 "Pavlovo – Mga – Shapki – Lyuban – Oredezh – Luga" road in the Tosnensky District of the Leningrad Region. The future road will include eight exits.

According to Vyacheslav Petushenko, Chairman of the Board of the state-owned company Avtodor, as part of the construction of the new facility, ramps connecting to the regional road are being built on the expressway.

"They are being built within the existing multifunctional road service zone located on the M-11 Neva Highway between Moscow and St. Petersburg. The ramps will provide a connection between the federal and regional highways in all directions. Outdoor lighting will be installed on the transition and expressway lanes and ramps of the interchange, and an automated traffic management system will be deployed, similar to other sections of our expressways. It will help monitor the traffic situation in this area in real time," noted Vyacheslav Petushenko.

The launch of traffic on the new transport interchange is planned for 2026.

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Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin discussed the draft new federal budget for 2026 and the planning period of 2027 and 2028.

The main financial document was drafted based on the objectives set by the President for achieving national development goals, as well as existing challenges. The submitted budget is balanced. "It allows us to fully fulfill the state's obligations to citizens, creates the conditions for further economic development and the achievement of national defense and security objectives," the Prime Minister emphasized.

Vyacheslav Volodin reported that the draft new three-year budget has been developed by the relevant State Duma committees. On Wednesday, October 22, deputies will consider it in the first reading at a plenary session.

Vyacheslav Volodin also informed Mikhail Mishustin about proposals submitted to the State Duma by public organizations and business associations to amend certain initiatives introduced by the Government as part of the budget package.

Mikhail Mishustin noted the Government's readiness for constructive dialogue, adding that the Ministry of Finance will be instructed to promptly review these proposals with the participation of interested ministries and agencies.

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The Abilympics National Championship kicks off in Moscow on October 30. Competitors from three age categories will participate: schoolchildren, students, and professionals. Participants with severe and/or multiple disabilities will also participate as part of the Festival of Opportunities. In 2025, the Abilympics National Championship will be held under the motto "No Limits – Act Boldly!"

"The Abilympics championship, held as part of the national project 'Youth and Children,' launched at the direction of the President, has been proving for over 10 years that professional development is accessible to everyone. The finals in Moscow will bring together both young and experienced professionals, who will demonstrate their skills in 50 competencies from 18 economic sectors. These include education, IT, industrial professions, and much more. Importantly, the national championship will also include competitions for representatives of our friendly countries and, for the first time, a finals competition for professional skills among participants of the North-Eastern Military District," emphasized Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko.

The Timiryazev Center Educational and Exhibition Complex will serve as the main venue for the events, presenting 48 competencies. Competitions in two additional competencies will be held at additional Moscow venues: the Ovchinnikov Polytechnic College and the "Professions of the Future" practical training center. The championship will also feature competitions in 12 presentation competencies. Approximately 290 experts from 54 Russian regions will participate in the judging.

For the first time, the Abilympics National Championship will include the finals of the professional skills championship among participants of the Abilympics special military operation. The competition will be held in 15 competencies among 79 participants from 38 Russian regions who demonstrated the best results in the qualifying round of the professional skills championship among participants of the Abilympics special military operation in Kazan (Republic of Tatarstan) from July 25–29, 2025.

"The Russian Ministry of Education places particular importance on developing the Abilympics movement and supporting the national championship—one of the country's largest and most important social projects. The project unlocks the potential of thousands of people with disabilities, helping them realize their potential professionally and integrate into society. Crucially, Abilympics is a comprehensive ecosystem that encompasses various rehabilitation programs for people with disabilities. The championship becomes a true growth hub for each participant, opening up new professional horizons and helping them build successful career paths," commented Minister of Education Sergey Kravtsov.

The championship will feature open competitions in eight key competencies with the participation of representatives from friendly countries, including those within the BRICS group.

In 2025, the Festival of Regional Competencies will be held for the first time – master classes reflecting the industry and ethnocultural characteristics of 13 Russian regions.

A Festival of Opportunities will be organized for people with severe and/or multiple developmental disabilities. It will include competitions in 19 competencies and will bring together participants from 13 regions.

A comprehensive career guidance program awaits championship guests: a career discovery festival for children aged 6 to 13, professional tryouts, a job fair, and consultation sessions from Abilympics partners and federal agencies, as well as programs for entrepreneurs and self-employed Abilympics and SVO participants.

The exhibition will showcase the latest domestic technical rehabilitation equipment and offer consultations from all-Russian public organizations for people with disabilities, the state fund for supporting participants of the "Defenders of the Fatherland" volunteer military unit, and booths from the ArtMasters project, the Russian "Knowledge" Society, the "National Priorities of Russia" NGO, the Russian Children's and Youth Movement "Movement of the First," and others.

The cultural program was prepared with the support of the Russian Ministry of Culture and the Moscow Department of Culture.

Participants will also enjoy various sporting events, including volleyball competitions, wheelchair dance competitions, adaptive tennis master classes, a chess tournament, and classes from specialists from the Moscow State University of Sport and Tourism.

In addition, the championship will also include the summing up of competition results in a number of competencies, including "Nail Service," "Performance Skills (Vocals)," "Welding Technologies," "Tailor," and others.

Winners of the national Abilympics championship receive social support for the purchase of specialized technical rehabilitation equipment and additional education using electronic certificates.

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