Putin promises to help the poor
Russian President Vladimir Putin has attempted to assuage fears of economic collapse. |||
Moscow – President Vladimir Putin on Thursday attempted to assuage fears of economic collapse and promised rapid recovery as he faced hundreds of journalists during the worst financial crisis of his rule.Speaking at his annual press-conference, the Russian leader said that the economic downturn will last two years at the most and he promised to support the poorest segment of the population.“Under the most unfavourable world conditions, such a situation can last two years,” Putin said days after the Russian ruble fell …read more
Source: Independent Online
