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Dmitry Medvedev and Nikolai Vinogradov discussed problems in preserving and restoring architectural monuments, possible transfer of buildings considered historical monuments to private ownership, and prospects for developing tourism in Vladimir Region, as well as national tourism overall.

Dmitry Medvedev’s working visit to Vladimir began with a meeting with historians.

Dmitry Medvedev signed a list of instructions following a meeting with small business representatives from Zarechny, Penza Region.

The president of Rosneft reported to Dmitry Medvedev on the company's performance in the first six months of 2011.

Safety and security of the fuel and energy complex were discussed.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Amendments to Article 342 of Part 2 of the Tax Code of the Russian Federation.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Security of Fuel and Energy Complex Facilities and Federal Law On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation with Regard to Security of Fuel and Energy Complex Facilities.

Issues discussed included improving workers’ financial conditions, employers’ provision of social guarantees, possible effects of Russia's further integration into the global economy on workers’ social situation, as well as social protection mechanisms and forms of organisation of the working process for new categories of workers that have emerged from the introduction of modern technologies.

Dmitry Medvedev submitted the Agreement on Security Cooperation in the Caspian Sea to the State Duma for ratification.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Amendments to the Federal Law On Research and State Policy in Science and Technology and Article 251 of Part 2 of the Tax Code of the Russian Federation to Specify the Legal Status of Foundations Supporting Activities in Research, Science, Technology and Innovation.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation in Connection with the Adoption of the Federal Law On Protecting Children from Information Harmful to Their Health and Development.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation to Strengthen Measures to Prevent the Sale of Alcoholic Products to Minors.

Dmitry Medvedev sent a telegram to Islam Karimov expressing his condolences following an earthquake in Uzbekistan.

Dmitry Medvedev congratulated the Russian synchronised swimming team on winning a gold medal at the World Aquatics Championships in Shanghai.

Andrei Nelidov reported to the President on the forest fire situation in his republic and measures being taken to prevent the fires.

Dmitry Medvedev met with independent directors and government representatives within boards of directors and supervisory boards at companies with state participation.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Amendments to the Federal Law On State Regulation of Production and Sales of Ethanol, Alcoholic Beverages and Alcohol-Containing Products and to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation and on Repealing the Federal Law On Restrictions of Retail Sale and Consumption (Drinking) of Beer and Beer-Based Beverages.

Dmitry Medvedev and German Chancellor Angela Merkel took part in the 13^th round of Russian-German interstate consultations. Following the meeting, a package of documents on the future development of bilateral cooperation was signed.

Dmitry Medvedev and German Chancellor Angela Merkel attended the closing session of the XI Petersburg Dialogue Russian-German public forum. The theme of the session was ”Citizens, society and the state: Partnership for modernisation.“