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The Government House is hosting Artificial Intelligence Week for the first time. The event, aimed at civil servants, includes an educational program and an interactive exhibition of domestic AI solutions. The main goal of AI Week is to introduce civil servants to the capabilities of AI technology and train them in the use of specific solutions they can already apply in practice. Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko, who oversees the implementation of artificial intelligence, participated in the opening ceremony.

"We've already begun using artificial intelligence in the Government Office. To this end, we launched an experiment and deployed a number of solutions for performing common tasks. The goal is to free specialists from routine tasks, such as preparing reports, so they can focus on core issues. It's important to understand: artificial intelligence doesn't write bills or make government decisions. It doesn't replace humans or compete with them. AI is merely a tool and assistant for civil servants. As part of AI Week, we're not only training civil servants to use AI in their work but also striving to change their attitudes toward the technology. Today, the ability to effectively use artificial intelligence is a new professional competency. There's nothing wrong with using modern tools that allow you to solve a problem in minutes instead of hours," said Dmitry Grigorenko.

The Government Executive Office is currently conducting an experiment to integrate artificial intelligence services into work processes. The experiment is testing solutions from leading Russian tech companies, Sber and Yandex. Three AI assistants are already available to pilot participants in an open environment: Alice AI and NeuroLawyer from Yandex, and GigaChat from Sber. Government employees are using them to solve common tasks such as preparing quick reports, spell checking, generating document summaries, and analyzing and comparing different versions of regulatory documents.

Additionally, as part of the experiment, work is underway to create an infrastructure for the operation of AI solutions. Specifically, an AI server has been installed directly at Government House. This will expand the possibilities for using artificial intelligence within the Government Office, for example, by integrating the technology into the electronic document management system.

As Dmitry Grigorenko noted, even more AI functions will soon be available to Government Executive Office staff. These include the creation of meeting minutes, document classification by topic, the creation of reports based on extensive materials, and smart search in knowledge bases. Thirteen AI services are in development by 2026, including those for analytics, email management, and compliance monitoring.

AI Week is a separate component of a larger effort to familiarize civil servants with the potential of using technology in public administration. The educational program includes lectures featuring practitioners (from Sber and Yandex). Simultaneously, an interactive exhibition of domestic AI solutions was held at the Government House. For example, as part of the exhibition, Sber showcased the capabilities of the GigaChat neural network, which can assist Government Office employees with daily routine tasks, such as compiling briefs and analyzing documents. Sber and its partners also demonstrated a set of tools for creating AI agents for civil servants, which assist in preparing meeting minutes and handling citizen requests.

"The technologies we're showcasing at AI Week in the Government share a clear idea: artificial intelligence should work for people and the country, not the other way around. We're creating solutions that are extremely useful right now for use in the highly responsible work of the Government Executive Office. These technologies make complex things simple and accessible and are helping with the digital transformation of the entire country. The GigaChat AI assistant, GigaChat Business, AI agents, data analysis, speech technologies, and other Sberbank developments bring tangible benefits to the state and its citizens. And these positive effects will only continue to grow," commented Andrey Belevtsev, Senior Vice President and Head of Technological Development at Sberbank.

At the exhibition, Yandex presented "NeuroLawyer," an AI assistant for legal professionals, as well as developments based on its own AI models, used in socially significant projects in healthcare, education, transportation, and the environment.

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During the Russian government delegation's visit to Baku, a meeting of the co-chairs of the Russian-Azerbaijani Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation took place. Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexey Overchuk and Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan Shahin Mustafayev discussed a wide range of pressing issues related to practical cooperation between Russia and Azerbaijan. Particular attention was paid to strengthening trade, economic, industrial, energy, transport, logistics, and agricultural cooperation.

The parties noted with satisfaction the steady growth in trade turnover. They emphasized the broad opportunities for implementing joint investment projects in the medium and long term.

The co-chairs discussed measures to further increase freight traffic between Russia and Azerbaijan by road, rail, and sea. They emphasized the effectiveness of checkpoints on the Russian-Azerbaijani border and the feasibility of their further modernization.

The issues of further development of the North-South international transport corridor, in particular, increasing its capacity and improving the transport and logistics infrastructure, were separately considered.

Alexey Overchuk and Shahin Mustafayev agreed to hold the next meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation in the Republic of Azerbaijan in April of this year.

The meeting took place in a constructive, friendly atmosphere, traditionally characteristic of Russian-Azerbaijani cooperation.

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During his visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan (Baku), Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexey Overchuk was received by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.

During the meeting, the Russian side expressed sincere gratitude to the leadership of Azerbaijan for its prompt assistance in evacuating Russian citizens from the Islamic Republic of Iran amid the complex and tense situation in the region.

A detailed exchange of views took place on the agenda of Azerbaijani-Russian relations.

During the conversation, it was noted that, in line with the agreements reached by the leaders of Russia and Azerbaijan during their meeting in Dushanbe on October 9, 2025, the parties will implement in the near future a set of practical steps to resolve the problems that arose as a result of the crash of the AZAL aircraft on December 25, 2024.

The two sides emphasized their mutual commitment to further progressive development of mutually beneficial trade, economic, investment, industrial, and transport and logistics cooperation between Russia and Azerbaijan.

The meeting discussed prospects for the development of transport communications in the region.

The common intention to continue work on the development of the North-South international transport corridor was confirmed.

Some humanitarian issues were also discussed.

The conversation took place in a friendly and constructive atmosphere, traditionally characteristic of Russian-Azerbaijani interstate dialogue.

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Federal highways form the backbone of the country's transport system. Regional roads, which connect district and regional centers and provide access to important facilities, often serve as access routes to them. For Donbas and Novorossiya, comprehensive road renovation at all levels is a key factor in dynamic development. For example, in the Donetsk People's Republic, under the supervision of the State Company "Avtodor," major repairs have begun on a 38-kilometer section of regional road from Volnovakha to the federal highway R-150. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

"Work continues in the reunited regions to bring road infrastructure up to standard. Each road or route subject to reconstruction or repair is outlined in the signed programs. These programs propose an approach to upgrading the federal, regional, and road networks that will ensure the integration of the regions into the national space and impact economic development, logistics, and tourism. Road workers have currently begun major repairs on a section of the regional highway linking Volnovakha with the R-150. Previously, a 24-kilometer section of the R-150 highway, connecting Luhansk with Donetsk, which is in high demand among local residents, was brought up to standard," the Deputy Prime Minister explained.

The Deputy Prime Minister added that work is also currently ongoing on the 30 km bypass of Donetsk, which is part of the R-150 Belgorod-Starobelsk-Lugansk-Donetsk-Mariupol road.

"Work on this section of the highway is scheduled for completion by the end of this year. The project includes laying two layers of asphalt concrete, applying road markings, installing curbs, and road signs. It's also worth noting that the "Memory of Road Heroes" monument, built by Avtodor and contractors, is located nearby," explained Vyacheslav Petushenko, Chairman of the Board of the state-owned company Avtodor.

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Since March 1, 2025, when the law allowing for the use of escrow accounts in individual housing construction (IHC) came into force, more than 8,800 private homes have been built using this mechanism, Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin reported.

"We see a strong interest among people in living in their own homes. The record 63.5 million square meters of individual housing construction completed last year clearly demonstrates this. At the President's direction, a set of measures for the development of individual housing construction through 2030 has been approved to ensure this trend receives further support. It is crucial that this growing sector be as reliable as possible for citizens. That's why, a year ago, the escrow account mechanism was extended to individual construction, which has proven successful in the construction of multi-family housing. In the first year of the law's implementation, more than 8,800 private homes were built using escrow accounts. Also during this time, 22,800 contracts using escrow accounts were signed for the construction of individual homes, totaling 2.4 million square meters," said Marat Khusnullin.

Currently, the use of escrow accounts is mandatory when constructing private homes using credit funds under preferential mortgage programs.

The portal stroim.dom.rf has become a unified digital platform for building houses using a protective mechanism.

"We are creating a user-friendly digital infrastructure for a civilized individual housing construction market. Today, more than 10,500 contractors are offering their projects on the stroim.dom.rf portal, and citizens have access to over 42,000 home options for secure construction using escrow," noted Vitaly Mutko, CEO of DOM.RF.

As a reminder, an escrow account in construction provides a secure payment method. The buyer deposits funds into a special bank account, and the developer receives them only after construction is completed and the building is commissioned. This guarantees the safety of funds and protects the buyer from loss in the event of missed deadlines or the company's bankruptcy.

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From March 2 to April 16, applications are open for the "Region for Young People" competition for comprehensive development programs in Russia's regions. Rosmolodezh is conducting the competition at the request of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

"Thanks to the presidential program 'Region for Young People', part of the national project 'Youth and Children,' more than 250 youth centers have been modernized across the country since 2022, and another 95 will be renovated this year. This season, the winning regions will be able to receive up to 250 million rubles to create and improve youth spaces, host events, and train youth policy staff. This will create additional opportunities for realizing the potential and developing the talents of our younger generation," noted Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko.

This year marks the fifth time the "Region for Young People" competition is being held. Its key objective is to drive transformational change in youth policy in Russia's regions. Regions, with the direct participation of young people, are developing projects and programs aimed at creating modern platforms for the self-fulfillment of the younger generation, developing the professional competencies of industry specialists, and widely informing young people about existing support measures. Thanks to the program, youth policy infrastructure is also being updated in Russia's regions, creating modern centers of attraction for children and young people.

"For us, the 'Region for Young People' program isn't just about renovating our facilities; it's also about imbuing them with meaning. These are spaces where young people can find their passion, like-minded people, mentors, and opportunities for growth and self-realization. Over the four years of the program's implementation, 79 winning regions have received support. More than 12,800 events have been held at the renovated youth centers, reaching over 30.5 million people," noted Grigory Gurov, head of Rosmolodezh.

To participate in the competition, a region must submit a package of documents, including information about the youth centers planned for renovation (there may be several), as well as a comprehensive plan for substantive work. This plan includes events and forums for young people, analytical research, methodological developments, and continuing professional education programs for industry specialists.

The application must be signed by the head of the region and submitted to Rosmolodezh within the specified deadline. The competition results will be announced in June 2026.

In addition, Rosmolodezh, in collaboration with the online publication Lenta.ru, launched an interactive map of youth centers across Russia. The service allows you to quickly find the nearest center in your or a neighboring region and learn about available programs and opportunities:https://molodezh.lenta.ru/

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