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Russia's New Government Reflects Putin's Priorities

May 21, 2012 | 15:54 GMT

Russian President Vladimir Putin (L) with Prime Minister Dmitri Medvedev at the Kremlin in Moscow on May 15

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Summary

Russian President Vladimir Putin unveiled a new government May 21. Most of the officials in the new government have served under Putin and his loyal successor, Prime Minister Dmitri Medvedev. However, a few changes in the Kremlin lineup show what Putin means to focus on during his third term as president: the economy, the energy sector and the regions.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent appointments show a new emphasis on the economy, energy sector and regions....

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