Putin reviews customs revenue targets and border modernization in Russia
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What happened
President of Russia Vladimir Putin discussed revenue collection targets with the Head of the Federal Customs Service, Valery Pikalev. Pikalev reported that the service had collected over 99 percent of its projected revenue for 2025. The service is also undergoing a comprehensive program to digitalize its operations, aiming to reduce the time freight vehicles spend at border crossings to 10 minutes.
Why it matters
The modernization efforts include the introduction of new information systems and entirely Russian-made software. This push for automation and efficiency is stated to reduce corruption risks at border checkpoints.
Who's involved
- Vladimir PutinPresident of Russia overseeing customs and border operations
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Vladimir Putin
2nd and 4th President of Russia (2000-2008, 2012-present), 7th and 11th Prime Minister of Russia (1999-2000, 2008-2012), Director of the Federal Security Service (1998-1999) and Deputy Mayor of Saint Petersburg (1994-1996)
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