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Dmitry Medvedev sent his condolences to the family of Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences and Director of the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research Alexei Sissakian, following the renowned scientist's death.

Dmitry Medvedev signed Federal Law On Amendments to the Russian Federation Criminal Code with regard to Penalties in the Form of Compulsory Labour.

The law, which affects education, healthcare, social services, and culture, has already been passed by the State Duma in its third reading and elicited debate within society.

Defence Minister Anatoly Serdyukov briefed Dmitry Medvedev on operation to free Moscow University tanker.

Dmitry Medvedev sent condolences to Acting President of Nigeria Goodluck Jonathan following the death of Nigerian President Umaru Yar'Adua.

State decorations and certificates conferring honorary titles were presented to 46 Russians.

Dmitry Medvedev will make a state visit to Turkey on May 11–12, 2010 at the invitation of Turkish President Abdullah Gul.

Dmitry Medvedev held a working meeting via videoconference with Governor of Pskov Region Andrei Turchak.

The President signed the Federal Law On Ratification of the Agreement between the Government of the Russian Federation and the Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China on Air Transport.

Dmitry Medvedev signed the Federal Law On Amending the Federal Law On the Federal Budget for 2010 and the Planning Period of 2011–2012.