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Russia 2018: Kremlin Countdown

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A tip sheet on Russia's March 18 presidential election delivering RFE/RL and Current Time TV news, videos, and analysis along with links to what our Russia team is watching. Compiled by RFE/RL correspondents and editors.

Says process of paying taxes should be simplified and brought online.

Says government services should also be accessible online, which will increase transparency and reduce corruption.

Says that despite all the talk about corruption, the overwhelming majority of state officials are honest and honorable people.

Turns to security matters. Syrian operation demonstrated the huge potential of the Russian military.

Over 17 years, Russia has brought into military use more than 300 new systems.

Russia now has 384,000 contract soldiers.

Criticizes U.S. for leaving the ABM treaty, which he says was a cornerstone of international security.

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