Having announced the agenda of the session, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov gave floor for report to Chairperson of Mejlis A. Nurberdiyeva, who informed on work of national parliament for further improvement of legislation of the country as well as on the trip to the “Altyn Asyr” Turkmen Lake in the beginning of October and outcomes of “Establishment of legal state: national experience and world development” International scientific conference held in Ashgabat on October 4 – 5.
Having listened to the report, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasized that rational water management is important direction of the state policy of Turkmenistan closely related to protection of environment safety and natural protection. Our country is active speaking for development of international cooperation in key issues of natural protection. Project of construction of hydro technical complex, unprecedented by its scales, the “Altyn Asyr” Turkmen Lake is of a great importance both for our country and the whole Central Asia, - the Leader of the Nation said.
In this relation, the Head of the State mentioned the fact that Turkmenistan chairs International Committee for Sustainable Development of the International Fund for saving of the Aral Sea in 2015 – 2016. Large complex of activities, aimed at improvement of social and ecological situation in the Aral Sea basin, is undertaken in Dashoguz velayat, which is more affected by negative influence of the Aral Sea ecological crisis. Large investment projects including for supply of drinking water to population, planting and lands reclamation, fight against salination are being realized there.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs R. Meredov, reporting on work carried out by forein policy department of the country, informed on the outcomes of working trip to Brussels of the Kingdom of Belgium last week.
The Vice-premier, the Head of the MFA informed that according to the instruction of the Head of the State, delegation of our country took part in “Cooperation for peace and prosperity” international conference held in the capital of Belgium on October 4 – 5, which was dedicated to Afghanistan’s range of problems. In this relation, it was highlighted that Turkmenistan pays great attention to consolidation of relations with friendly Afghanistan rendering comprehensive support in social and economic revival of neighbouring country.
The Agenda of the forum, where the UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, President of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Mohammad Ashraf Ghani, high level delegations from 75 states as well as leaders and representatives of 26 regional and international organizations took part, included broad spectrum of issues related to joint efforts for achievement of peace and security in Afghanistan, rehabilitation of its economic and social infrastructure, improvement of wellbeing of the population.
In this context, the Turkmen side, speaking at the conference, again gave utterance to initiatives of President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov proposed during the 65th UN general Assembly, having confirmed the willingness of our country to present its political space for organization of peace negotiations on Afghanistan. Besides, the participants of the forum was introduced with information on realization of large-scale projects for Afghanistan including its participation. In this relation, the president of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, heads of delegations and other speakers made special mention of importance of construction of TAPI gas line, Turkmenistan – Afghanistan – Tajikistan railroad, increase of volumes of supply of Turkmen energy to Afghanistan as well as to Pakistan, laying of automobile road and fibre optic communication line to this direction. It was highlighted that abovementioned projects would favour not only recovery of Afghanistan, its integration to modern system of the world economy but also solution of security and sustainable development issues in Asian region.
In addition to that, it was mentioned that humanitarian component, training of qualified personnel for different branches of economy and social spheres are one of important directions of support rendered by Turkmenistan to neighbouring country. For these purposes, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov approved special plan stipulating construction of social facilities and conduct of appropriate activities on systematic basis.
By the results of the international forums, the participants adopted a joint communiqué, which reflects support of TAPI gas pipeline, railroads and power lines in the region as well as expresses the gratitude to the Government of Turkmenistan for willingness to host the 7th Regional conference of economic cooperation for Afghanistan (RECCA VII) in Ashgabat in 2017.
During the report, the Vice-premier, the Head of the MFA also reported on subject of development of partnership between our country and the European Union. It was highlighted that first visit of the President of Turkmenistan to Brussels, where the headquarter of the EU is located, in 2017 promoted to bringing of this constructive dialog to quality new level. “European House” was opened in April of 2008 in Ashgabat and after, department of diplomatic mission of the European Union in Turkmenistan started working.
In 2007, the European Union adopted the Strategy for the Central Asia, under which realization meetings of the leaders of the EU and foreign policy departments of the countries of Central Asian region are being annual conducted. In this relation, it was informed that according to the request of the head of the State, Turkmen delegation participated in such meeting in Brussels on October 4. Its agenda included wide spectrum of subjects related to implementation of abovementioned strategy, development of mutually beneficial cooperation in trade and economic sector and range of other priority directions.
It was mentioned in the speech of Turkmen delegation that our country pays utmost attention to partnership with the EU as well as the necessity of close cooperation in such actual spheres as climate change and water resources management was highlighted. The importance of fulfilment of Ashgabat declaration, adopted during International forum for security in 2011, and provisions of relevant Action Plan, which reflects key principles of the Un Global Counterterrorism Strategy, was also highlighted.
Summing up the report, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasized that while steadily pursuing the policy of peace loving, good neighbourhood and constructive cooperation, neutral Turkmenistan makes considerable contribution to the efforts of the world community for provision of global peace security and sustainable development. Consolidation of friendship and fruitful cooperation with neighbouring countries including the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan is one of key vectors of this creative strategy. Our country renders efficient assistance in social and economic revival of fraternal Afghanistan initiating large infrastructural projects, which are summoned to promote its stable development and involvement to positive integration processes in the region.
There are construction of Turkmenistan – Afghanistan – Pakistan - India (TAPI) gas line and Turkmenistan – Afghanistan – Tajikistan railroad as well as purposeful work for increase f volumes of export of Turkmen energy supplied to neighbouring country among these projects. Being supporting the Afghan people in its strive for peaceful and prosperous life, Turkmenistan regularly provides humanitarian aid as well as real support in such fields as public health and education, - the Head of the State said.
Having highlighted that Turkmenistan, supporting exclusively peaceful solution of Afghanistan’s range of problems, by negotiation and political and diplomatic measures, is willing to continue taking active part in international efforts in this direction, developing traditional good neighbourhood relations with Afghanistan, the Leader of the Nation gave instruction to the Vice-premier, the Head of the MFA on this account.
Vice-premier S. Toyliyev reported on the situation in works under his supervision. In this context, report on Draft Resolution on approval of roles and responsibilities of the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers on science, education, public health, sport, youth and community, list of ministries and branch departments under his jurisdiction, scientific and research institutions, as well as Provisions, compositions, staffing and responsibilities of personnel of lower departments was given. This document was developed based on proposals for introduction of amendments and addenda to Turkmenistan legislation.
In addition to that, it was reported on Draft Order on enrolment of foreign citizens to high educational institutions of our country in 2016 – 2107, which was developed for execution of relative assignment of Leader of the Nation Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov based on Agreement in educational sphere, which was signed between the Government of Turkmenistan and Islamic Republic of Afghanistan as well as according to the Resolution of the Head of the State from April 19, 2013.
In this relation, it was proposed to enrol 30 citizens of Afghanistan to free one-year language courses at Seyitnazar Seydi Turkmen State Educational Institute and 26 representatives of Afghan youth, who graduated abovementioned courses last year to number of universities of Turkmenistan, in particular to International Oil and Gas University, Turkmen Agricultural Institute, State Energy Institute and to above-mentioned Turkmen State Educational Institute.
Deputy Chairperson of the Cabinet of Ministers G. Mammedova spoke with report on Days of Turkmenistan Culture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on September 27 – October 1.
The Vice-premier informed that number of activities for develpment of humanitarian dialog of two friendly countries, for popularization of Turkmen culture and arts was held in Riyadh Jeddah.
During the meeting of Turkmen delegation in the Ministry of Information and Culture of Saudi Arabia, opportunities of further expansion of cooperation of two states in cultural sphere were discussed. Closing ceremony of the days of Culture and concert of Turkmen art masters were held in Jeddah.
Having listened to the report, the President of the State highlighted exclusive importance of international creative activities in realization of foreign policy strategy of independent neutral Turkmenistan. The Leader of the Nation mentioned that development of humanitarian cooperation with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is important link in consolidation of friendly relations between two states, which peoples are united by historical cultural and spiritual ties.
After, the floor was given to Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Executive Secretary of the Office of the President of Turkmenistan and the Cabinet of Ministers of the country Sh. Durdyliyev, who reported on preparation to the 25th Anniversary of the Independence, in particular on work undertaken for beautification of Ashgabat.
Having pointed at the importance of considered approach to realization of complex transformation programmes undertaken in Turkmenistan, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov gave specific instructions to the Vice-premier on this account.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers S. Satlykov reported on work for expansion of international flights for increase of volumes of passenger and cargo trafficking as well as on measures undertaken for accumulation of cooperation between the State National Service “Turkmenistan Airlines” and foreign partners.
Having listened to the report, the Head of the State highlighted that modernization of infrastructure and technical re-equipment of domestic civil aviation are integral parts of large-scale plans, which are being gradually implemented in transport sphere. With putting into operation of Ashgabat International Airport, opportunity for wider expansion of geography of regular international passenger flights and increase number of existing traffic appeared, what has great importance under the context of open door policy and broad international cooperation realized by Turkmenistan. Our country undertakes specific steadfast measures in this direction, the Leader of the Nation mentioned and instructed the Vice-premier to deal with this subject according to time demands.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Ya. Kakayev speaking after, eported on situation in different sectors of fuel and energy complex and development of Provisions of the State Concerns “Turkmenoil” and “Turkmengas”. Special attention in production of raw materials is paid to implementation of advanced technologies and innovative developments.
After, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Ereshov reported on situation in the structures under his supervision, including on work carried out for development of potential of chemical industry including complex measures undertaken by the state Concern “Turkmenchemistry” for establishment of enterprises oriented on production of import substitutive goods.
Having listened to the report, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov mentioned that improvement of production of high quality import substitutive goods made from local materials is key direction of development of national economy, solution of issues of abdundunce of local market with different items.
Having stressed the attention on consolidation of equipment and facilities base of chemical industry, the Head of the state gave specific assignments to the Vice-premier on this account.
After, the floor was given to Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Hojamammedov, who reported on activity of the structures under his supervision for fulfilment of “Programme for improvement of employment and establishment of new work places in Turkmenistan for 2015 – 2020” approved by the Resolution of the Head of the State on May 1, 2015. The Vice-premier informed that currently project of the Action Plan for provision of complete realization of rights of disabled persons for labour and employment for 2017 – 2020 is being developed in accordance with abovementioned document and the UN Convention of the Rights of Disabled Persons, which our country joined in 2008.
Summing up the report, the Leader of the Nation noted that Turkmenistan, where care of human being is defined among priority targets of the state policy, pays utmost attention to issues of social security of people. Speaking of the necessity of creation of deserving conditions for development of personality and community, the President of Turkmenistan highlighted the importance of employment of disabled persons. It is necessary to take into account that social and working rehabilitation of invalids, realization of their creative capabilities are the main target during development of programme document and addressed the Vice-premier with range of relative orders.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Atdayev reported on preparation of register of exhibitions, fairs and conferences planned for 2017 as well as on the measures undertaken for Turkmenistan – Tatarstan business forum, which would be held in Ashgabat on October 11.
The Vice-premier informed that Tatarstan delegation would comprise of representatives of ministries and other government organizations as well as companies of different spheres for participation in the forum. It is planned to discuss wide circle of subjects for accumulation of fruitful long-term contacts during the meeting.
Having listened to the report and noted special importance of international events and forums held in our country for expansion of partnership with foreign states, Leader of the Nation Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov requested the Vice-premier to implement modern approaches more actively to this sphere.
The president of Turkmenistan stated with delight that recently, relations between Turkmenistan and Republic of Tatarstan of Russian Federation are being intensively developed, number of joint projects are being realized in our country. Turkmenistan – Tatarstan business forum is summoned to give new stimulus to further development of bilateral cooperation, the Head of the State highlighted and instructed the Vice-premier to provide high organizational level.
After, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers R. Bazarov reported on course of seasonal agricultural works carried out in the regions of the country. As for today, 595 845 hectares of land are sowed with winter crops. At the same time, care of the planted crops in accordance with all necessary agro technical standards is carried out. The cotton harvest also undergoes at full speed. Currently, 755 281 tons of raw cotton are gathered and delivered to reception facilities.
Other issues of the state life, on which appropriate decision were taken, were discussed during the session of the Cabinet of Ministers.
Having listened to the report, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasized that rational water management is important direction of the state policy of Turkmenistan closely related to protection of environment safety and natural protection. Our country is active speaking for development of international cooperation in key issues of natural protection. Project of construction of hydro technical complex, unprecedented by its scales, the “Altyn Asyr” Turkmen Lake is of a great importance both for our country and the whole Central Asia, - the Leader of the Nation said.
In this relation, the Head of the State mentioned the fact that Turkmenistan chairs International Committee for Sustainable Development of the International Fund for saving of the Aral Sea in 2015 – 2016. Large complex of activities, aimed at improvement of social and ecological situation in the Aral Sea basin, is undertaken in Dashoguz velayat, which is more affected by negative influence of the Aral Sea ecological crisis. Large investment projects including for supply of drinking water to population, planting and lands reclamation, fight against salination are being realized there.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs R. Meredov, reporting on work carried out by forein policy department of the country, informed on the outcomes of working trip to Brussels of the Kingdom of Belgium last week.
The Vice-premier, the Head of the MFA informed that according to the instruction of the Head of the State, delegation of our country took part in “Cooperation for peace and prosperity” international conference held in the capital of Belgium on October 4 – 5, which was dedicated to Afghanistan’s range of problems. In this relation, it was highlighted that Turkmenistan pays great attention to consolidation of relations with friendly Afghanistan rendering comprehensive support in social and economic revival of neighbouring country.
The Agenda of the forum, where the UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, President of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Mohammad Ashraf Ghani, high level delegations from 75 states as well as leaders and representatives of 26 regional and international organizations took part, included broad spectrum of issues related to joint efforts for achievement of peace and security in Afghanistan, rehabilitation of its economic and social infrastructure, improvement of wellbeing of the population.
In this context, the Turkmen side, speaking at the conference, again gave utterance to initiatives of President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov proposed during the 65th UN general Assembly, having confirmed the willingness of our country to present its political space for organization of peace negotiations on Afghanistan. Besides, the participants of the forum was introduced with information on realization of large-scale projects for Afghanistan including its participation. In this relation, the president of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, heads of delegations and other speakers made special mention of importance of construction of TAPI gas line, Turkmenistan – Afghanistan – Tajikistan railroad, increase of volumes of supply of Turkmen energy to Afghanistan as well as to Pakistan, laying of automobile road and fibre optic communication line to this direction. It was highlighted that abovementioned projects would favour not only recovery of Afghanistan, its integration to modern system of the world economy but also solution of security and sustainable development issues in Asian region.
In addition to that, it was mentioned that humanitarian component, training of qualified personnel for different branches of economy and social spheres are one of important directions of support rendered by Turkmenistan to neighbouring country. For these purposes, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov approved special plan stipulating construction of social facilities and conduct of appropriate activities on systematic basis.
By the results of the international forums, the participants adopted a joint communiqué, which reflects support of TAPI gas pipeline, railroads and power lines in the region as well as expresses the gratitude to the Government of Turkmenistan for willingness to host the 7th Regional conference of economic cooperation for Afghanistan (RECCA VII) in Ashgabat in 2017.
During the report, the Vice-premier, the Head of the MFA also reported on subject of development of partnership between our country and the European Union. It was highlighted that first visit of the President of Turkmenistan to Brussels, where the headquarter of the EU is located, in 2017 promoted to bringing of this constructive dialog to quality new level. “European House” was opened in April of 2008 in Ashgabat and after, department of diplomatic mission of the European Union in Turkmenistan started working.
In 2007, the European Union adopted the Strategy for the Central Asia, under which realization meetings of the leaders of the EU and foreign policy departments of the countries of Central Asian region are being annual conducted. In this relation, it was informed that according to the request of the head of the State, Turkmen delegation participated in such meeting in Brussels on October 4. Its agenda included wide spectrum of subjects related to implementation of abovementioned strategy, development of mutually beneficial cooperation in trade and economic sector and range of other priority directions.
It was mentioned in the speech of Turkmen delegation that our country pays utmost attention to partnership with the EU as well as the necessity of close cooperation in such actual spheres as climate change and water resources management was highlighted. The importance of fulfilment of Ashgabat declaration, adopted during International forum for security in 2011, and provisions of relevant Action Plan, which reflects key principles of the Un Global Counterterrorism Strategy, was also highlighted.
Summing up the report, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasized that while steadily pursuing the policy of peace loving, good neighbourhood and constructive cooperation, neutral Turkmenistan makes considerable contribution to the efforts of the world community for provision of global peace security and sustainable development. Consolidation of friendship and fruitful cooperation with neighbouring countries including the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan is one of key vectors of this creative strategy. Our country renders efficient assistance in social and economic revival of fraternal Afghanistan initiating large infrastructural projects, which are summoned to promote its stable development and involvement to positive integration processes in the region.
There are construction of Turkmenistan – Afghanistan – Pakistan - India (TAPI) gas line and Turkmenistan – Afghanistan – Tajikistan railroad as well as purposeful work for increase f volumes of export of Turkmen energy supplied to neighbouring country among these projects. Being supporting the Afghan people in its strive for peaceful and prosperous life, Turkmenistan regularly provides humanitarian aid as well as real support in such fields as public health and education, - the Head of the State said.
Having highlighted that Turkmenistan, supporting exclusively peaceful solution of Afghanistan’s range of problems, by negotiation and political and diplomatic measures, is willing to continue taking active part in international efforts in this direction, developing traditional good neighbourhood relations with Afghanistan, the Leader of the Nation gave instruction to the Vice-premier, the Head of the MFA on this account.
Vice-premier S. Toyliyev reported on the situation in works under his supervision. In this context, report on Draft Resolution on approval of roles and responsibilities of the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers on science, education, public health, sport, youth and community, list of ministries and branch departments under his jurisdiction, scientific and research institutions, as well as Provisions, compositions, staffing and responsibilities of personnel of lower departments was given. This document was developed based on proposals for introduction of amendments and addenda to Turkmenistan legislation.
In addition to that, it was reported on Draft Order on enrolment of foreign citizens to high educational institutions of our country in 2016 – 2107, which was developed for execution of relative assignment of Leader of the Nation Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov based on Agreement in educational sphere, which was signed between the Government of Turkmenistan and Islamic Republic of Afghanistan as well as according to the Resolution of the Head of the State from April 19, 2013.
In this relation, it was proposed to enrol 30 citizens of Afghanistan to free one-year language courses at Seyitnazar Seydi Turkmen State Educational Institute and 26 representatives of Afghan youth, who graduated abovementioned courses last year to number of universities of Turkmenistan, in particular to International Oil and Gas University, Turkmen Agricultural Institute, State Energy Institute and to above-mentioned Turkmen State Educational Institute.
Deputy Chairperson of the Cabinet of Ministers G. Mammedova spoke with report on Days of Turkmenistan Culture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on September 27 – October 1.
The Vice-premier informed that number of activities for develpment of humanitarian dialog of two friendly countries, for popularization of Turkmen culture and arts was held in Riyadh Jeddah.
During the meeting of Turkmen delegation in the Ministry of Information and Culture of Saudi Arabia, opportunities of further expansion of cooperation of two states in cultural sphere were discussed. Closing ceremony of the days of Culture and concert of Turkmen art masters were held in Jeddah.
Having listened to the report, the President of the State highlighted exclusive importance of international creative activities in realization of foreign policy strategy of independent neutral Turkmenistan. The Leader of the Nation mentioned that development of humanitarian cooperation with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is important link in consolidation of friendly relations between two states, which peoples are united by historical cultural and spiritual ties.
After, the floor was given to Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Executive Secretary of the Office of the President of Turkmenistan and the Cabinet of Ministers of the country Sh. Durdyliyev, who reported on preparation to the 25th Anniversary of the Independence, in particular on work undertaken for beautification of Ashgabat.
Having pointed at the importance of considered approach to realization of complex transformation programmes undertaken in Turkmenistan, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov gave specific instructions to the Vice-premier on this account.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers S. Satlykov reported on work for expansion of international flights for increase of volumes of passenger and cargo trafficking as well as on measures undertaken for accumulation of cooperation between the State National Service “Turkmenistan Airlines” and foreign partners.
Having listened to the report, the Head of the State highlighted that modernization of infrastructure and technical re-equipment of domestic civil aviation are integral parts of large-scale plans, which are being gradually implemented in transport sphere. With putting into operation of Ashgabat International Airport, opportunity for wider expansion of geography of regular international passenger flights and increase number of existing traffic appeared, what has great importance under the context of open door policy and broad international cooperation realized by Turkmenistan. Our country undertakes specific steadfast measures in this direction, the Leader of the Nation mentioned and instructed the Vice-premier to deal with this subject according to time demands.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Ya. Kakayev speaking after, eported on situation in different sectors of fuel and energy complex and development of Provisions of the State Concerns “Turkmenoil” and “Turkmengas”. Special attention in production of raw materials is paid to implementation of advanced technologies and innovative developments.
After, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Ereshov reported on situation in the structures under his supervision, including on work carried out for development of potential of chemical industry including complex measures undertaken by the state Concern “Turkmenchemistry” for establishment of enterprises oriented on production of import substitutive goods.
Having listened to the report, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov mentioned that improvement of production of high quality import substitutive goods made from local materials is key direction of development of national economy, solution of issues of abdundunce of local market with different items.
Having stressed the attention on consolidation of equipment and facilities base of chemical industry, the Head of the state gave specific assignments to the Vice-premier on this account.
After, the floor was given to Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Hojamammedov, who reported on activity of the structures under his supervision for fulfilment of “Programme for improvement of employment and establishment of new work places in Turkmenistan for 2015 – 2020” approved by the Resolution of the Head of the State on May 1, 2015. The Vice-premier informed that currently project of the Action Plan for provision of complete realization of rights of disabled persons for labour and employment for 2017 – 2020 is being developed in accordance with abovementioned document and the UN Convention of the Rights of Disabled Persons, which our country joined in 2008.
Summing up the report, the Leader of the Nation noted that Turkmenistan, where care of human being is defined among priority targets of the state policy, pays utmost attention to issues of social security of people. Speaking of the necessity of creation of deserving conditions for development of personality and community, the President of Turkmenistan highlighted the importance of employment of disabled persons. It is necessary to take into account that social and working rehabilitation of invalids, realization of their creative capabilities are the main target during development of programme document and addressed the Vice-premier with range of relative orders.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Atdayev reported on preparation of register of exhibitions, fairs and conferences planned for 2017 as well as on the measures undertaken for Turkmenistan – Tatarstan business forum, which would be held in Ashgabat on October 11.
The Vice-premier informed that Tatarstan delegation would comprise of representatives of ministries and other government organizations as well as companies of different spheres for participation in the forum. It is planned to discuss wide circle of subjects for accumulation of fruitful long-term contacts during the meeting.
Having listened to the report and noted special importance of international events and forums held in our country for expansion of partnership with foreign states, Leader of the Nation Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov requested the Vice-premier to implement modern approaches more actively to this sphere.
The president of Turkmenistan stated with delight that recently, relations between Turkmenistan and Republic of Tatarstan of Russian Federation are being intensively developed, number of joint projects are being realized in our country. Turkmenistan – Tatarstan business forum is summoned to give new stimulus to further development of bilateral cooperation, the Head of the State highlighted and instructed the Vice-premier to provide high organizational level.
After, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers R. Bazarov reported on course of seasonal agricultural works carried out in the regions of the country. As for today, 595 845 hectares of land are sowed with winter crops. At the same time, care of the planted crops in accordance with all necessary agro technical standards is carried out. The cotton harvest also undergoes at full speed. Currently, 755 281 tons of raw cotton are gathered and delivered to reception facilities.
Other issues of the state life, on which appropriate decision were taken, were discussed during the session of the Cabinet of Ministers.