ASSESSMENTS

Russia: Medvedev Assumes Presidency

May 7, 2008 | 14:55 GMT

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Summary

While shifting into the role of prime minister, Russian President Vladimir Putin handed over power May 7 to Dmitri Medvedev. However, in the process of asserting his control, Putin has left little real power for his replacement.

While shifting into the role of prime minister, Russian President Vladimir Putin handed over power May 7 to Dmitri Medvedev. However, in the process of asserting his control, Putin has left little real power for his replacement. ...

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