Agenda: A revised list of strategically important medicines, budget allocations for implementing the New Rhythm of Construction federal project in 2026-2027.
Meeting on current issues with deputy prime ministers
Meeting on current issues with deputy prime ministers
Meeting on current issues with deputy prime ministers
Mikhail Mishustin’s opening remarks:
Good morning, colleagues.
Today, our country marks Russian Parliamentarism Day. I would like to extend my congratulations to all those engaged in legislative work and serving in the representative branch of government on this occasion.
Your decisions are among the key instruments for safeguarding citizens’ rights, shaping Russia’s legal framework, and ensuring the steady development of both the economy and the regions.
The President has noted that parliamentary bodies at all levels are responding effectively to the challenges of the time.
We see this commitment reflected in the preparation of the federal budget, during your visits to the regions, and in our ongoing cooperation on the implementation of national projects.
The Government benefits from your balanced, expert assessment of new initiatives, and we greatly value your professionalism and your careful oversight of how existing legislation is enforced.
A candid dialogue with the parliamentarians is essential for maintaining feedback from citizens and ensuring the timely and effective implementation of the head of state’s instructions.
I would also like to express special gratitude to the speakers of the Federation Council and the State Duma, Valentina Matviyenko and Vyacheslav Volodin, for their constructive cooperation.
Once again, my congratulations on your professional holiday.
Now, turning to the decision in the healthcare sector.
The President has emphasised the need to expand the production of effective domestically developed medicines. To boost the output of high-quality, safe pharmaceuticals and ensure their availability to the public, the Government is implementing the Pharmaceutical Industry Development Strategy. As part of this effort, a new list of strategically important medicines has been approved. These include essential drugs primarily used to treat serious conditions – such as cancer, cardiovascular, and neurological diseases – as well as to protect citizens from dangerous infections and support overall public health.
We will continue to expand the share of domestically developed medicines, strengthen the capabilities of the national pharmaceutical industry, prevent disruptions in the supply of drugs to hospitals and pharmacies, and reinforce our technological sovereignty. The quality of life of people across the country depends on these efforts.
The next item on the agenda concerns the New Rhythm of Construction federal project. It’s aim is to improve the efficiency of infrastructure development across industrial, social, and public utilities sectors. This involves more rational use of raw materials, resources, and energy, leading to lower costs, reduced environmental impact, and, importantly, higher labour productivity through innovation and the adoption of modern technologies.
The Government allocates funding for this project each year through the federal budget. A decision has been taken to provide more than 700 million roubles over the current and next year. These funds will support, among other priorities, applied research and the development of new regulatory and technical frameworks needed to introduce advanced technologies in both design and construction. They will also be directed towards workforce development, including career guidance programmes for school and university students.
Mr Khusnullin, all of these areas are critically important for addressing the key challenges facing the construction sector.
Please keep them under your personal supervision.
