Putin has remained the dominant figure in Russian politics for more than a
decade and is largely viewed as the more hawkish member of the ruling tandem
because of his KGB roots and fervent rhetoric.
Medvedev for his part outlined a reformist vision on reaching the Kremlin but
disappointed many supporters by largely failing to develop political
pluralism or conquer the corruption plaguing both the state and private
business.
He vowed again on Tuesday to fulfil “everything that was promised”
while he was president.
“The state’s intervention in the economy should be minimal and
transparent,” said Medvedev while also promising not to raise taxes on
business and to help create better competition between giant state and
smaller private firms.
He also vowed in the coming months to submit a full list of state-owned
companies for a public discussion on which of them should be privatised.
Source: AFP
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