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Dmitry Medvedev sent his greetings to participants and guests of the 17^th Open Russian Festival of Animated Film, dedicated to the 100^th anniversary of Russian animation.

Dmitry Medvedev congratulated four-time Olympic champion and five-time world ski racing champion Raisa Smetanina on her birthday.

Dmitry Medvedev held a meeting on economic issues focusing specifically on taxation.

Dmitry Medvedev discussed the Volga Federal District’s economic development with Mr Babich.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation Regarding Provision of Housing for Orphans and Children not under Parental Guardianship.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Amendments to the Russian Federation Criminal Code and to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation Toughening Penalties for Sexual Crimes against Minors.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Amendments to the Russian Federation Law On Education Regarding the Use of Electronic Teaching and Distance Learning Technology.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Amendments to the Russian Federation Law On Education and Article 26³ of the Federal Law On the General Organisational Principles of Legislative (Representative) and Executive State Power Bodies in the Russian Federation’s Regions.

Mikhail Mishustin briefed Dmitry Medvedev on the tax authorities’ performance in 2011. Other issues discussed included the development of pre-trial dispute settlement.

The Ombudsman reported to Dmitry Medvedev on the number of complaints regarding human rights violations in 2011.

The Governor briefed Dmitry Medvedev on the situation in the region’s housing and utilities sector.

The President signed Executive Order On Early Termination of the Mandate of Primorye Territory Governor. The Executive Order appoints Vladimir Miklushevsky acting head of the region.

Dmitry Medvedev congratulated the current and former employees of the Tula Arms Plant on its 300th anniversary.

While on a visit to Chuvashia, Dmitry Medvedev held a State Council Presidium meeting to discuss state support measures for Russia’s gifted children and young people.

Mikhail Ignatyev briefed Dmitry Medvedev about the measures implemented in the region to develop education, support small and medium-sized businesses, and improve the employment situation.

Emergency Situations Minister Sergei Shoigu briefed Dmitry Medvedev on emergency measures being taken following the collapse of a residential building in Astrakhan.

Dmitry Medvedev visited one of Cheboksary’s high schools, where he learned about the school’s teaching methods and spoke with the students and staff.

Dmitry Medvedev visited EKRA’s education centre during a trip to Chuvashia.

Dmitry Medvedev sent a telegram of congratulations to Abdo Rabbo Mansour Hadi on his election as president of the Republic of Yemen.

The President submitted to the Supreme Khural (parliament) of the Republic of Tuva the candidacy of Sholban Kara-ool for the post of the republic’s head and prime minister.