TASS: Vladimir Putin's annual State of the Nation Address
Vladimir Putin is delivering his annual State of the Nation Address to the Federal Assembly
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on March 1 that his State of the Nation Address to the Federal Assembly was a landmark event.
"Respected members of the Federation Council and deputies of the State Duma, today’s address bears a special, landmark aspect, just like the time, in which we are living, when the significance of our choice, the significance of each step and each deed are exceptionally high," the president said. According to Putin, such steps determine the country’s destiny for decades to come and at such turning points Russia has more than once proven its ability to develop.
The address is traditionally delivered at the Kremlin’s St George Hall where the president gives his speech to members of both houses of the parliament.
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WNU editor: With the Russian Presidential election only a few weeks away, his speech was tailored to appeal to the voters. Was I impressed by it .... no. I would have focused more on the economy and how will my policies mean more for the average Russian.
Russian President Vladimir Putin Annual State Of The Nation Address To The Federal Assembly
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Putin vows Russia will continue along its steady path for a better tomorrow -- TASS
Putin: Russia firmly established itself as democracy following path of independence -- TASS
Buildup of US global missile system breaks strategic balance — Putin -- TASS
Putin points to failure of West’s arms race policy -- TASS
Putin names one of main threats to Russia's sovereignty -- TASS
Putin Says State's Share in Russian Economy Must Gradually Decline -- US News and World Report/Reuters
Putin, in pre-election speech, calls for higher living standards -- Reuters
Putin vows to focus on improving Russian living standards -- ABC News
Putin pledges fight against poverty and more help for families in pre-election speech -- CNBC
Vladimir Putin: Russia must halve poverty rate -- DW
Putin says environment priority for expected new term -- AFP
