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29.10.2008, 05:42
Despite the ongoing battle against corruption, graft has been a blight on Russia for generations. The black economy today is worth an estimated $US 300 billion annually. Discussions are now underway to develop new anti-corruption legislation.
08.11.2008, 02:58
Russia's parliament has moved to clamp down on corruption in the country. The State Duma adopted a draft law in which gifts to government officials worth more than 5,000 roubles (about $US 190) would be confiscated. Officials will also be obliged to decla
09.12.2008, 11:01
Investigators in India are using text messages to try to bring corrupt officials to justice. They're urging people to alert the authorities by SMS the moment an official demands a bribe.
19.10.2010, 14:28
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President Dmitry Medvedev has said that he will attend the Russia-NATO summit due to be held in Lisbon, Portugal next month.
19.11.2010, 13:33
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What does NATO offer Russia, and what does Russia get in reality? Would Russia be willing to help NATO stay afloat by participating in its projects? What is the price of improving relations with its Western partners?
RT Politics Interview Russia-NATO relations
19.10.2010, 14:15
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Bringing Russia and Europe closer together and showing off their role on the international area — these were the main purposes of top-level talks between Russia, France and Germany held in the French town of Deauville.
15.10.2010, 19:58
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President Dmitry Medvedev has chosen Deputy Prime Minister Sergey Sobyanin as the next mayor of the Russian capital and described him as an “experienced manager” capable of solving the city’s problems.
31.10.2010, 08:21
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Russia and Vietnam have cemented their relations by signing a deal to construct Vietnam’s first ever nuclear power station.
10.04.2010, 18:37
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Following the tragic death of Polish President Lech Kaczynski in a plane crash, Russia’s President Dmitry Medvedev has expressed his condolences to the whole Polish nation.
24.06.2010, 06:07
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On his first trip to California, Russian President and aficionado of hi-tech products Dmitry Medvedev was promoting Russia as a country whose priority is innovation.
Published: 12 July, 2008, 13:05
New laws to tackle corruption could be introduced in Russia by the end of the year. Russia’s President Dmitry Medvedev has called on parliament to develop a modern anti-corruption package.
