Mikhail Mishustin: “By 2030, we aim to scale up total agricultural production by 25 percent and increase exports by 50 percent. Additionally, investments in the fixed capital of agricultural enterprises should rise by 60 percent.”
Mikhail Mishustin chairs strategic session on Long and Active Life and Technological Support for Food Security national projects
Mikhail Mishustin chairs strategic session on Long and Active Life and Technological Support for Food Security national projects
Mikhail Mishustin chairs strategic session on Long and Active Life and Technological Support for Food Security national projects
Mikhail Mishustin chairs strategic session on Long and Active Life and Technological Support for Food Security national projects
Mikhail Mishustin’s opening remarks:
Good afternoon, colleagues,
Today, we are focusing on two crucial areas that, when successfully implemented, will enhance the quality of life for our citizens in various regions and strengthen key sectors such as healthcare and the agro-industrial complex.
The Government’s system-wide strategy is based on the national development goals outlined by the President, with a primary focus on safeguarding our citizens, improving their health, and promoting overall well-being.
To achieve this goal, we are currently developing a new national project called the Long and Active Life. Its primary objective is to achieve a substantial increase in the life expectancy of our citizens. Significant progress was made last year, with an average life expectancy reaching approximately 73.5 years, surpassing both the Soviet era and all previous records in modern Russian history.
The President has set a new target: to achieve a life expectancy of at least 78 years by 2030, and to approach 81 years by 2036.
Additionally, efforts must be made to create environments where people can live active and fulfilling lives, regardless of whether they reside in urban or rural areas. It is crucial to reduce the regional disparities so that no area lags behind, drawing inspiration from leaders like Dagestan, where the average life expectancy is nearly 80 years.
The national project comprises 11 federal projects, with ongoing active efforts currently underway on several of them.
Firstly, we are focusing on modernising primary healthcare, which is the first point of contact for most citizens seeking assistance. It is crucial to monitor the satisfaction of those who use these services to ensure that the quality meets expectations.
We must also pay attention to the condition of local infrastructure, promptly addressing maintenance needs and fitting buildings and facilities with modern equipment. This is especially vital for medical institutions in rural areas, small towns, and villages.
Another project is dedicated to developing federal medical institutions, which not only provide treatment but also drive scientific research. These studies aim to implement cutting-edge technologies, with major centres welcoming patients from all regions, ensuring access to state-of-the-art treatment methods regardless of their place of residence. Four specific federal projects target the improvement of care for individuals facing serious illnesses such as oncology, diabetes, hepatitis C, and cardiovascular diseases.
In each case, it is crucial to ensure widespread access to state-of-the-art treatment methods, whether through outpatient services or hospitals. Additionally, it’s essential to guarantee the availability of all necessary medications.
Special emphasis will be placed on expanding nuclear medicine infrastructure, marking its first inclusion in the national project. This sector is highly sought-after as it enables more precise diagnoses using cutting-edge equipment of the new generation.
Our country has numerous scientific centres dedicated to fundamental research in these fields. During my visits, I have repeatedly witnessed this firsthand, particularly in Novosibirsk. It is imperative to intensify efforts to implement these advanced methods.
During the St Petersburg International Economic Forum, the President highlighted that personnel is currently one of the primary concerns, particularly in the field of medicine. The training period for highly skilled specialists in this sector is significantly longer than in many other professions. Therefore, it is crucial to not only focus on training young professionals but also to ensure opportunities for ongoing retraining and detailed professional development courses to acquire essential knowledge and competencies.
The integration of digital technologies can greatly assist medical professionals in delivering a personalised approach to each patient and gathering timely feedback to enhance our healthcare system based on public opinion. Tatyana Golikova, who oversees this project, will outline the detailed organisation of this complex task.
Today, we will also address matters concerning food security. The President spoke highly of the achievements in Russia’s agricultural sector during his address at the forum in St Petersburg. He specifically highlighted the development of a modern meat production industry, which has propelled Russia to the fourth position globally in this field.
Our country is a leading exporter in various sectors. We rank third globally in barley exports and second in grains, legumes, sunflower, and rapeseed oils. Additionally, Russia is the top exporter of wheat worldwide.
We ensure significant supplies of fish, sugar, and potatoes for domestic consumption. Vegetable yields have increased in the past year, and efforts continue to boost dairy production, milk, salt, seeds, fruits, and berries. These products are in robust demand both domestically and internationally. Despite restrictions and sanctions, our agribusiness sector has successfully promoted Russian agricultural raw materials and food exports without hindrance. This achievement is clearly documented.
We will continue to implement these strategies, aligning them with the priorities set by the President. By 2030, we aim to scale up total agricultural production by 25 percent and increase exports by 50 percent. Additionally, investments in the fixed capital of agricultural enterprises should rise by 60 percent. Ensuring technological independence within the industry is also crucial, as it will enhance our competitiveness.
Let me briefly outline the main issues we will prioritise.
We will focus on the development of selection and genetics to create our own varieties and hybrids for both new crops and livestock farming. It is essential to establish the production of domestic veterinary drugs, crop protection agents, and additives. We also aim to increase the output of agricultural machinery and equipment manufactured in Russia. Additionally, we will continue utilising the time-tested mechanism of investment quotas to modernise the fishing fleet.
This comprehensive approach will enable us to offer other countries a full technological partnership, a necessity highlighted by the President.
We actively cooperate with EAEU countries, where several technical regulations are already in place to effectively manage market conditions. The Eurasian Agroexpress logistics project is also delivering positive results by cutting delivery times and costs. As we strengthen our positions in food security, new opportunities will emerge for agricultural exporters.
Recently, we discussed this situation in Minsk at a conference with our partners in the Eurasian Economic Union. Cooperation will undoubtedly continue within the current EAEU agenda, as there is also a demand abroad for high-quality and diverse Russian-made food products.
Dmitry Patrushev will provide a detailed report on the measures being taken to achieve technological leadership in this sector.
