Dmitry Medvedev
Dmitry Medvedev
Dmitry Anatolyevich Medvedev, born 14 September 1965) is the 10th Prime Minister of Russia. From 2008 to 2012, Medvedev served as the 3rd President of Russia...
NationalityRussian
ProfessionWorld Leader
Date of Birth14 September 1965
CitySaint Petersburg, Russia
CountryRussian Federation
ukraine needs debt
We do not want Ukraine to default. On the contrary, we need an economically viable partner. However, debts should be paid, and this includes state and commercial debts
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The $60-$80 billion target by 2010 is, therefore, quite attainable, I think.
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We need a single technological chain to implement national projects throughout the entire power vertical, from the government and federal bodies of power to the municipalities.
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I do like classical music, and soft rock, and jazz, which I never listened to when I was 15. Now I like it. The older you get, the more tolerant you get, right?
believe religion
I believe religion is important for every person.
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Being a prime minister is a very demanding job. And as long as I have the strength, I will continue to do this and be of benefit to my country.
freedom
Freedom is a unique concept that everyone interprets differently.
I always say that modernization is not an abstract thing; it's a very specific task.
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Stability and a prosperous life cannot be set off against a set of political rights and freedoms.
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When I was a young student, I only listened to foreign music, mainly rock music and hard rock. Then I surprised myself by discovering ethnic music. Now I like to listen to music from different places, and in many situations. Even when you work, some ethnic music calms the nerves.
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The Cold War was a boring thing. Nobody gets better for it. Tremendous money is wasted. Our lives get more difficult. We look at each other as enemies. What's good in that? In any case, I will do anything in my power in order to stop another Cold War, with the U.S. or any other country in the world.
What's the point of elections if everything is already decided?
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Terrorism tramples upon any rights and freedoms and generates fear and hatred; it is an obstacle to efforts at improving our world.
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My main ambition is to be of use to my country and my people.