Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Ex-President Medvedev Confirmed As Russian Prime Minister



Ex-President Medvedev Confirmed As PM -- RIA Novosti

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev was confirmed as the country’s new prime minister by a majority of votes in the State Duma on Tuesday.

President Vladimir Putin submitted Medvedev’s candidacy for the post shortly after his inauguration as president on Monday. Medvedev occupied the presidential post in 2008-2012.

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More News On The Confirmation Of Ex-President Medvedev As PM

Russian parliament approves ‘experienced politician’ Medvedev as Putin’s prime minister -- Washington Post/AP
Russian parliament approves Medvedev as PM -- Xinhuanet
Putin and Medvedev complete job swap in Russia -- Reuters
Parliament approves Medvedev’s candidacy for premiership -- RT
Russia's Medvedev seeks new lease of life as PM -- Reuters

My Comment: Putin wants to show continuity in the Russian government. This appointment and confirmation is not a surprise.

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