The CIS Heads of State Council meeting proceeds in an expanded format

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A package of documents were signed during the CIS Heads of State Council meeting

These included the decisions to establish the CIS Plus format and to grant the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation observer status in the CIS.

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Vladimir Putin is holding a separate meeting with President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

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Vladimir Putin's first question was about migration ties between Russia and Tajikistan

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Vladimir Putin spoke about his yesterday's meeting with President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan and the current state of Russia—Azerbaijan relations

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The President of Russia offered comments on Donald Trump being passed over for the Nobel Peace Prize

I do not know whether the current US President is worthy of the prize, but he really is doing a lot to resolve the complicated issues of today that have persisted for year and for decades, the difficult crises that exist. And it is the case with the crisis in Ukraine: he is genuinely striving to find a resolution. <...> The situation in the Middle East is one striking example. If the current initiative is brought to its completion, if everything that Donald was striving to do will be made real, it will be a truly historic achievement.

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The President's comments concerning extending the New START treaty

If Americans deem it unnecessary, it is not a critical thing for us. <...> I have already said that, and it is not a secret for anyone: the state-of-the-art nature of our deterrence means is unmatched by any other state, and we keep developing these.

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Address on Agriculture and Processing Industry Workers’ Day

In recent years, the achievements of Russia’s agro-industrial complex have become a genuine source of national pride as well as an example of dynamic, forward-oriented development and the successful introduction of advanced, cutting-edge technologies. <…> We are committed to fostering the continued growth of Russia’s agricultural sector, enhancing its competitiveness, and ensuring technological independence. We will also encourage domestic research innovations in breeding, genetics, agricultural machinery production, food processing technologies, and the development of new veterinary medicines.

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Vladimir Putin held a meeting with Ulyanovsk Region Governor Alexei Russkikh at the Kremlin

The discussion focused on the social and economic development of the region. In particular:
🔹 last year, the Ulyanovsk region ranked first in terms of industrial output in the Volga Federal District;
🔹 authorities have been making sustained efforts to increase wages in the region, with wages growth outpacing the national average;
🔹 the regional consolidated budget revenue has grown considerably.

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Vladimir Putin sent greetings to the participants and guests of the 8th Russian Energy Week International Forum

I believe that the forum participants’ active engagement in discussions, round tables and plenary sessions, as well as the reached agreements and signed contracts will serve to further advance the fuel and energy sector and enhance international partnership for the benefit of the nations and peoples,

the message reads, in part.

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Visit the forum's website at https://rusenergyweek.com/en/

🇷🇺🇰🇿 Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

🔸The two leaders discussed a number of practical issues of bilateral cooperation as it pertains to the preparations for the upcoming state visit of the President of Kazakhstan to Russia.

🔸Both sides reiterated their willingness to further strengthen the strategic partnership and allied relationship between Russia and Kazakhstan and to continue steadily implementing joint projects in trade and economy, as well as cultural and humanitarian affairs.

On October 15, the President will hold a meeting with Government members

Road construction will be on the agenda. Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin will deliver a report on the topic.

Additionally, a number of pressing matters will be discussed.

🇷🇺🇺🇿 Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev

🔹Pressing bilateral matters, including the promotion of major joint projects in trade and investment as well as energy, were discussed. Both sides acknowledged the growth of bilateral trade. In addition, they expressed satisfaction with the close practical cooperation between several key agencies of both countries.

🔹The leaders confirmed their willingness to further strengthen the allied relationship between Russia and Uzbekistan and agreed to maintain contact.