Russia is interested in business cooperation with international partners, despite the sometimes complicated circumstances, Putin says.
Putin asks the government to level electricity prices for the Far East, as well as provide free land for Russian citizens there.
“We have very interesting, goal-driven children and youth,” Putin says. They all should have equal opportunities to start their lives despite their background and families.
After “reunification” with Crimea in 2014, Russia has manifested itself as a great country with a nation that is consolidated by common goals, Putin said.
“Russia is part of a global world that is constantly changing. We will answer to all challenges and work hard for the sake of the common good and for the sake of Russia.” That was how Putin ended his speech.
It's over. Vladimir Putin's 2015 address to members of the Federal Assembly lasted almost exactly one hour.
Putin didn't mention Ukraine, Donbas, or the ongoing blackout in Crimea during his speech.