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Dmitry Chernyshenko, Co-Chair of the Intergovernmental Russian-Vietnamese Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation and Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, held a working meeting with Tran Hong Thai, Permanent Vice President of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, and welcomed participants of the scientific and educational forum "Russia – Vietnam: 75 Years of Cooperation."

The Deputy Prime Minister congratulated Tran Hong Thai on his appointment and wished him success in his new role. Dmitry Chernyshenko emphasized that by decision of Russian President Vladimir Putin and General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam, 2026 has been declared the Russian-Vietnamese Year of Science and Education. Dmitry Chernyshenko thanked Deputy Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Tran Hong Ha for their productive collaboration within the Intergovernmental Russian-Vietnamese Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation.

He also noted that work on the scientific track expands the prospects for long-term cooperation between Russia and Vietnam.

"We see great potential in developing postgraduate programs and internships for Vietnamese scientists, as well as establishing research centers integrated into international projects. I propose exploring these issues within the framework of the Russian-Vietnamese Year of Science and Education. Your visit is further confirmation that we will conduct it at a high level, engaging the scientific and academic communities of both countries," concluded the Russian Deputy Prime Minister.

Tran Hong Thai conveyed best wishes from Tran Hong Ha, Deputy Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and Co-Chair of the Intergovernmental Russian-Vietnamese Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation. He noted the productive work of both sides and thanked the Russian Government and Dmitry Chernyshenko personally for the dialogue.

The Permanent Vice President of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology expressed readiness to collaborate on research and development, and emphasized the interest of Vietnamese companies in working with Russian partners and sharing their results.

Tran Hong Thai reported that specific tasks and areas of work have been identified with the Russian Ministry of Education and Science and personally with Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education Konstantin Mogilevsky. The permanent vice president of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology placed particular emphasis on research and development in the fields of nuclear energy and space.

"Education in Russia is our way of ensuring that our people are familiar with the achievements of Russian science and technology," he said.

Dmitry Chernyshenko and Tran Hong Thai also welcomed participants of the scientific and educational forum "Russia – Vietnam: 75 Years of Cooperation." This event marks the launch of the Year of Scientific and Educational Cooperation between Russia and Vietnam in 2026.

"This year, Russia and Vietnam are celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations. As President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin emphasizes, over these years, our countries have developed a special relationship of alliance and fraternal mutual assistance. In May, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam paid an official visit to Russia. He took part in the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. This significant date has forever linked our countries through shared historical memory, mutual support, and respect for the heroism of soldiers," the Russian Deputy Prime Minister stated.

He also noted the symbolism of holding the forum at the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, where active international cooperation has been established: five branches of the university operate abroad, and over 1,000 foreign students study within its walls, 263 of whom are from Vietnam.

"According to our President Vladimir Putin, humanitarian issues and personnel training are among the key issues for our countries. Over the past few years, we have achieved significant results in the humanitarian field. We are also seeing positive dynamics in personnel training. More than 3,300 Vietnamese students study in Russia annually. Vietnam has one of the largest quotas for non-CIS countries – 1,000 budget-funded places per year," the Deputy Prime Minister added.

In conclusion, Dmitry Chernyshenko thanked the forum organizers, the university's leadership, and its Vietnamese partners.

In a video address, Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha warmly recalled his years of study in Russia. He called the training of personnel in the USSR an invaluable strategic contribution to Vietnam's development and proposed specific ways to deepen cooperation today.

"Soviet educational institutions trained tens of thousands of Vietnamese scientists and engineers, who laid the fundamental scientific and technical foundation. This is a priceless asset, serving as the thread that binds our two peoples," said Tran Hong Ha.

Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education Konstantin Mogilevsky outlined the results of Russian-Vietnamese cooperation in recent years and key vectors for its development.

"The holding of the Year of Scientific and Educational Cooperation between Russia and Vietnam is a clear demonstration of the strength and depth of the comprehensive strategic partnership between our countries. And science and education have been its solid foundation throughout these 75 years," he said.

Forum participants were also greeted by First Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council Andrey Yatskin, Rector of the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics Ivan Lobanov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to the Russian Federation Dang Minh Khoi, and heads of ministries, departments, and academic institutions from Russia and Vietnam.

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Construction workers have completed the second phase of the reconstruction of the Bolshoi Theatre's production workshops, which included upgrading a hotel to accommodate touring artists and a health and rehabilitation complex for the artists' recovery and preparation for performances. Rostekhnadzor has confirmed the project's compliance with the approved design and estimate documentation, according to Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

"Next year, we celebrate a significant event—the 250th anniversary of the Bolshoi Theatre of Russia. We strive to meticulously preserve and enhance the potential of such cultural institutions. The second phase of the reconstruction of the theatre's art and production workshops in Moscow has now been completed. As part of this, construction workers renovated the hotel and the health and rehabilitation complex. Comfortable working and recuperating conditions for artists directly impact the creative process and help maintain the highest level of productions at this world-renowned theatre. The Bolshoi Theatre's art and production workshop complex consists of five buildings, totaling approximately 12,000 square meters, located on Petrovsky Lane. Work on all sites has now been completed," said Marat Khusnullin.

The apartment complex, covering over 2,000 square meters, houses 26 comfortable double rooms, a cafeteria, and other facilities. The wellness and rehabilitation center is equipped with gyms and medical rooms where artists can undergo recovery procedures.

"The reconstruction of the art and production workshops was carried out as part of the register of capital construction projects included in the comprehensive state program 'Construction,' overseen by the Russian Ministry of Construction. Work on the first three buildings—the production and engineering buildings, as well as the musical instrument repair shop—was completed in December 2023. These include workshops for the repair and manufacture of theatrical sets and costumes, the repair and maintenance of musical instruments, a printing house, and a laundry and dry cleaning facility," said Deputy Minister of Construction, Housing and Utilities Yuri Gordeyev.

Thus, a comprehensive production and creative infrastructure has been created, which is necessary for the full functioning of the Bolshoi Theatre of Russia.

"The key feature of the art and production workshops is that they house all the necessary support services to ensure the theater's operations. The buildings are equipped with new, modern equipment for laundry and dry cleaning, sewing of theatrical costumes, shoes, headdresses and wigs, and curtains, as well as their washing, dry cleaning, and ironing. A paint booth and metal and woodworking machines for the production of stage props have been installed. All of this will be used to produce theatrical costumes, shoes, and sets, ensuring the theater's full operational support," said Karen Oganesyan, General Director of the Unified Customer Production and Production Company.

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At a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko and federal digital transformation leaders, the current progress of departmental digitalization programs was reviewed. The digital transformation leaders of the Russian Ministry of Culture, Roskomnadzor, and Roszheldor reported on the progress of planned activities.

By 2025, Russia will implement 60 digital transformation programs. "Each program is aimed at improving the efficiency of individual agencies and public administration as a whole: the quality of decision-making, the performance of core functions, and the delivery of public services. We have built tangible and measurable impacts into all the activities of these programs. With this approach, every ruble invested in the country's digitalization yields tangible results for citizens and the economy," said Dmitry Grigorenko.

Examples of implemented activities of departmental digital transformation programs:

— Ministry of Culture of Russia

A secure mechanism for spending funds using the Pushkin Card has been created. A double-confirmation system for transactions has been implemented in the PRO.Kultura.RF state information system using a unique event identifier and a "white terminal." Integration with the Federal Tax Service has been ensured for verifying the implementing organizations. As a result, in 2025, a preliminary review of over 20 million transactions totaling approximately 10 billion rubles was conducted. Fraudulent schemes totaling 200 million rubles were prevented.

The electronic state catalog of museum objects has been modernized and integrated with artificial intelligence technology to improve searches for museum collection items. Currently, 86.46% of records (approximately 70 million objects) have been uploaded to the catalog.

— Roskomnadzor

The online advertising accounting system has been automated. New legislative requirements for deducting 3% of online advertising revenue came into effect in April 2025. Currently, data on 56,000 payers is processed quarterly. 160 major payers have been identified, accounting for 90% of online advertising revenue. Since August, over 5 billion rubles have been received by the budget. Revenue by the end of the year is projected to be at least 7 billion rubles.

— Roszheldor

The electronic rolling stock accounting system has been improved, allowing for the same-day, number-based accounting of railcars. Previously, this service was provided on paper and took up to 30 days, which could result in delays. A railcar cannot be operated without an assigned number. The agency receives approximately 15,000 requests for railcar accounting annually.

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The government is applying a digital governance model in all key areas of its work. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko during his speech at the all-Russian meeting of the Bank of Russia, attended by the regulator's head, Elvira Nabiullina.

The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that the transition to data-driven governance has become the foundation for improving the efficiency of the entire public administration system—from document management to the implementation of national projects and other government initiatives.

"The digital management model has significantly improved the structure of government work. Today, every project we undertake has measurable results and milestones. These enable us to track progress and manage the risk of missed deadlines. Furthermore, the system automatically collects all the information and alerts us to potential non-compliance. This has significantly accelerated the approval process, increased compliance, and reduced bureaucracy. For us, digitalization has been a fundamental change in our management culture, and we are ready to share this experience with federal and regional government agencies," Dmitry Grigorenko emphasized.

He recalled that approximately 2 million documents, including regulatory acts, draft federal laws, and reviews and opinions on parliamentary initiatives, pass through the Government Office's platform annually. This volume requires high precision, speed, and strict adherence to deadlines, which the digital governance model enables.

To launch this system, the Government completely digitized the document management process. A new electronic document management system (EDMS) was launched.

As a result, today over 90% of documents on the Government Office's platform are presented in electronic form. In 2020, this figure did not exceed 35%, and these documents were mostly scanned copies of the paper original, a visual representation. Consequently, these scanned copies did not contain structured data, preventing the system from extracting and analyzing the information.

In turn, thanks to the implementation of the new electronic document management system, documents are immediately created digitally, without duplicating them on paper. They also contain structured data, enabling government agencies to work with electronic documents, including organizing them by date, document number, document type, department, and content, and tracking approval history and assignees.

The implementation of digital tools has significantly increased the speed and quality of document processing. The average document approval time has been reduced threefold, to one day, over the past five years. Furthermore, the time it takes to issue regulatory documents has been reduced 48-fold, to 15 minutes, over the same period.

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Tatyana Golikova congratulated the staff of the E.I. Chazov National Medical Research Center of Cardiology on its 80th anniversary. She also met with Sergei Boytsov, Director General of the E.I. Chazov National Medical Research Center of Cardiology of the Russian Ministry of Health.

Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova congratulated the staff of the E.I. Chazov National Medical Research Center of Cardiology on its 80th anniversary.

"The Academician Chazov National Medical Research Center of Cardiology has undergone a remarkable transformation, transforming a small division of the USSR Academy of Medical Sciences into a powerful, high-tech medical center. For many years, the center has been the leading organization in the field of cardiology in our country, developing cutting-edge programs that it implements in the regions along with best medical practices. During the implementation of the national project "Healthcare" from 2019 to 2024, and now, as part of the new national project "Long and Active Life," the center is a flagship in the most serious area of work—the fight against cardiovascular diseases," said Tatyana Golikova.

The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that 653 vascular centers were established in the regions between 2019 and 2024. More than 150 regional vascular centers were opened with the direct participation of the National Medical Research Center of Cardiology. More than 28,000 units of medical equipment and 670 units of heavy equipment were purchased for regional institutions.

The center carefully preserves the traditions of the unique scientific and applied school of cardiology and cardiac surgery established by academicians Alexander Myasnikov and Evgeny Chazov, and makes a significant contribution to the training of medical personnel. The Chazov Center's staff has developed dozens of original diagnostic and treatment methods for cardiovascular diseases and developed and implemented a number of unique, effective medications with no analogues worldwide.

Tatyana Golikova added that the introduction of new, advanced technologies makes it possible to reduce mortality and improve the quality of life of cardiac patients. Over the past six years, the number of endovascular interventions for therapeutic purposes has increased by almost 55%, and hospital mortality from myocardial infarction has decreased by more than 25.2%.

The Deputy Prime Minister congratulated the center on this significant date and expressed gratitude to all its employees for their work, their contributions to the development of science, medicine, advanced treatment methods, and their close collaboration with the country's regions.

Tatyana Golikova presented the Russian Federation state award – the Medal of the Order "For Merit to the Fatherland," 2nd Class – to Andrey Andreevich Shiryaev, Head of the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at the E.I. Chazov National Medical Research Center of Cardiology of the Russian Ministry of Health.

The Deputy Prime Minister presented certificates of honor from the Government of the Russian Federation to the staff of the E.I. Chazov National Medical Research Center of Cardiology of the Russian Ministry of Health and to Sergei Anatolyevich Boytsov, Director General of the E.I. Chazov National Medical Research Center of Cardiology of the Russian Ministry of Health.

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Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin chaired a meeting of the supervisory board of the public company "Single Customer in Construction." Participants summarized preliminary results for 2025 and discussed planned targets for the following period.

"In less than a year, the company has confirmed its status as one of the key development institutions in the construction industry, responsible for the construction, reconstruction, and restoration of socially significant facilities across the country. Since 2021, more than 100 federal social facilities have been built, and over 3,000 facilities in the reunified regions have been restored and constructed. This is a positive result of the systematic work and effective management model demonstrated by the 'Single Customer'. But much work remains, and we must continue to move forward. I am confident that the company will continue to successfully address the large-scale infrastructure challenges facing it," said Marat Khusnullin.

The Deputy Prime Minister added that since the beginning of 2025, 29 federal-level projects have been built in the country under the supervision of the "Single Customer." These include iconic cultural and educational centers that are becoming magnets for citizens and drivers of regional development.

Among the year's key achievements were the completion of the restoration of the N.A. Rimsky-Korsakov St. Petersburg State Conservatory, the opening of a new building for the Museum of the World Ocean in Kaliningrad, and the opening of a new building for the Russian Ethnographic Museum in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.

Also in 2025, the new Logos Technical College opened at the St. Paphnutius Borovsky Monastery in the Kaluga Region. The storage and workshop buildings on the grounds of the Leo Tolstoy Yasnaya Polyana Museum Estate in the Tula Region were restored. A new research and storage center was built for the Kunstkamera in St. Petersburg, and a dormitory and research and production building for the Marine Technical University were commissioned. A Center for Innovative Educational Technologies was opened at the Artek International Children's Center in Crimea. A treatment and diagnostic building for the State Scientific Center of Dermatovenereology and Cosmetology was commissioned in Moscow. Major renovations are ongoing at the Presidium of the Russian Academy of Sciences complex and the Lomonosov Moscow State University buildings.

"The company continues to focus on restoring residential and social infrastructure in the reunited regions of Russia. Since the beginning of 2025, specialists from the Unified Customer have already restored approximately 1,000 facilities in the Luhansk and Donetsk People's Republics, as well as the Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions. These include residential buildings, schools, kindergartens, and healthcare facilities—everything people need for a comfortable life," noted Karen Oganesyan, CEO of the Unified Customer Production and Consulting Company.

During the meeting, members of the supervisory board also reviewed the implementation of previously issued instructions and approved the company's main areas of activity for the coming period.

Following the meeting, Marat Khusnullin noted the high performance of the Unified Customer team and thanked the company's staff and supervisory board members for their work.

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Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova took part in the opening ceremony of the "Together We Will Win" forum at the National Center "Russia." Over the course of two days, the forum will bring together over 1,000 participants from across the country. Among them are veterans of the special military operation and their families, participants in the "Time of Heroes" personnel program and regional programs for defenders, and veterans of other armed conflicts.

Opening the ceremony, Tatyana Golikova read a greeting from Russian President Vladimir Putin.

"Supporting the defenders of the Fatherland is our absolute moral duty, a task for the state and society to work together in partnership. It is therefore gratifying that this meeting brought together at the National Center 'Russia' participants and veterans of the special military operation, their families and friends, government representatives, non-profit organizations, business and expert circles, and media from many regions of the country," the President's address reads.

Tatyana Golikova also addressed the participants. She recalled that the day before, the country celebrated Heroes of the Fatherland Day, and in the Kremlin, Vladimir Putin awarded state awards to veterans of the SVO.

"The Russian government and regional authorities are doing everything possible to ensure a comfortable return to civilian life for special military operation participants. This is a new life for you. We understand this well, which is why all government agencies, including the 'Defenders of the Fatherland' Foundation, are doing everything possible to take into account the challenges each veteran faces. This is important to us. I am confident that at the forum, you will discuss these issues and develop solutions that we can implement at various levels of government," said Tatyana Golikova. "Your participation in the upbringing of the younger generation is important to us. You instill in our young generation the skills of loyalty and service to their country. I would like to especially thank the families. You are our hope and support."

The Deputy Prime Minister thanked the veterans of the SVO for their work and wished them success.

Welcoming remarks were also given by State Secretary – Deputy Minister of Defense, Chairperson of the State Fund for Support of Participants of the Special Military Operation "Defenders of the Fatherland" Anna Tsivileva and the widow of a deceased participant of the special military operation, member of the Federation Council Committee on Federal Structure, Regional Policy, Local Government and Northern Affairs Anna Kocherova.

The forum will last two days and will serve as a key platform for dialogue, exchange of experiences, and the development of joint solutions to support veterans' integration into civilian life and provide assistance to their families. The forum is organized by the Defenders of the Fatherland Foundation, the Russian Knowledge Society, the Association of Veterans of the Northern Military District, and the Committee of Families of Warriors of the Fatherland.

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Resolution of December 4, 2025 No. 1984

The maximum payment for certain goods, works, and services that winners and runners-up of the Abilympics national professional skills championship can purchase with an electronic certificate will be doubled. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed the decree to this effect.

Thus, the certificate awarded for winning the competition will increase from 100,000 to 200,000 rubles. For second-place Abilympics participants, the amount will increase from 75,000 to 150,000 rubles, and for third-place winners, from 50,000 to 100,000 rubles. These funds can be used, among other things, for additional education for children, continuing vocational training, and the purchase of specialized technical rehabilitation equipment.

The changes will affect winners and runners-up in the "schoolchildren," "students," and "specialists" categories who participated in professional skills championships since the beginning of 2025.

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From Mikhail Mishustin's opening remarks at the Government meeting, December 10, 2025

Commenting on the decision at a government meeting on December 10, Mikhail Mishustin announced that the federal budget for 2026 and the planning period of 2027 and 2028 has allocated over 220 million rubles to increase the denomination of the electronic certificate.

"It is crucial to continue to provide people with disabilities with the necessary support so they can find fulfilling careers and achieve professional fulfillment, and feel independent and empowered," the Prime Minister emphasized.

The National Abilympics Professional Skills Championship has been held in Russia since 2015. Currently, this competition is part of the federal project "Professionalism," which is part of the new national project "Youth and Children."

The signed document amends Government Resolution No. 119 of February 5, 2022.

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Work to modernize public utility infrastructure continues in the regions. This work is being carried out, in part, through three federal mechanisms, implemented through subsidies from the federal budget and concessional loans from the National Welfare Fund.

"Housing and utilities are a sector we all deal with every day. It's important that this system operates smoothly. There are still challenges, including those related to the historically accumulated deterioration of utility infrastructure, but we are steadily working to modernize it. The federal project "Modernization of Public Utilities Infrastructure" is being implemented as part of the "Infrastructure for Life" national project, launched this year at the direction of the President. Work is also continuing in the regions using previously developed tools for upgrading the housing and utilities sector. These include two programs that utilize financial support from the federal budget and another that leverages preferential loans from the National Welfare Fund. These programs primarily involve laying and upgrading utility networks, as well as constructing and modernizing local facilities, such as boiler houses, wastewater treatment plants, and central heating stations. A total of 4,200 kilometers of utility networks have been commissioned to date, including 2,000 kilometers of water supply networks, 1,700 kilometers of heat supply networks, and 441.6 kilometers of wastewater disposal networks. Additionally, 481 local facilities have been commissioned, 367 of which are related to heat supply," noted Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

According to him, among the federal districts, the largest volume of utility networks under these programs was introduced in the Volga Federal District – 1.4 thousand km, the Central Federal District – 799.4 km, the Ural Federal District – 615.2 km, the North Caucasus Federal District – 392.4 km, and the Siberian Federal District – 357.8 km.

The operator of these programs, under the supervision of the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Public Utilities, is the Territorial Development Fund.

"The Nizhny Novgorod Region leads the top five regions in terms of network capacity, with 273.8 km commissioned. The Republic of Bashkortostan ranks second with 269.3 km, Smolensk Region third with 255.6 km commissioned, Sverdlovsk Region fourth with 232.2 km modernized, and Stavropol Krai fifth with 207.3 km installed and upgraded. Work on these programs continues, with a number of additional facilities planned for commissioning across the country's regions by the end of the year," said Vasily Kupyzin, General Director of the Territorial Development Fund.

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Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev met with the winners of the Presidential Fund for Ecological and Environmental Projects grant competition. The meeting was attended by the first grant recipients in this area. They shared with the Deputy Prime Minister their achievements and the expected impact of their implementation.

"I am confident that your initiatives will make a significant contribution to the conservation of biodiversity and the development of our natural areas. The results of your projects will not only exemplify genuine care for nature but will also help foster a caring attitude toward its unique resources among citizens, especially the younger generation," said Dmitry Patrushev.

During the selection stage, more than 1,600 applications were received from all regions of Russia—an absolute record for the number of projects ever submitted to a competition of this type. Of these, 164 were supported. Implementation of most of the initiatives began on September 1 of this year.

The projects have diverse focuses. Participants are working on establishing Russia's first dolphin rehabilitation center, preserving the natural environment in the Arctic zone, identifying pollution and cleaning up coastal areas using remote sensing and artificial intelligence technologies, and creating conditions for the restoration of Przewalski's horse and European bison populations. Furthermore, as part of the initiatives discussed at the meeting, environmental infrastructure will be installed in a nature park in the Republic of Bashkortostan, and a series of educational events on the conservation of rare flora and fauna will be held in the Orenburg Region.

The grant recipients met with the Deputy Prime Minister and toured the exhibit at the 19th International Wildlife Festival "Golden Turtle," which was also one of the winning projects. Following the meeting, Dmitry Patrushev noted that, if necessary, the competition winners will receive methodological support from federal agencies. Furthermore, the Deputy Prime Minister proposed holding such events regularly to discuss initiatives and monitor project progress.

The second competition is currently being selected, and its results will be announced in February next year.

The Presidential Fund for Ecological and Nature Conservation Projects was registered on March 3, 2025. It was created in accordance with a decree of the President of Russia. The main grant areas include the protection of rare and endangered animal species and their habitats, biodiversity research and monitoring, information and educational projects to protect wild animals, unique and relict ecosystems, and Red Data Book plant species. The total grant fund annually receives 1 billion rubles from the federal budget.

First Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office Sergei Kiriyenko has been appointed Chairman of the Coordination Committee for the Support of Environmental and Nature Conservation Projects. His deputies are Special Presidential Representative for Environmental Protection, Ecology, and Transport Sergei Ivanov and Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev.

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