Dec 1st, 2009 · President Dmitri Medvedev says Russia's top priority must be the modernization of the economy. But most observers say there are massive political, financial and social obstacles that block the way to reform. Small- and medium-sized businesses are especially affected.
Jul 5th, 2009 · President Barack Obama arrives in Moscow for meetings with President Dmitri Medvedev and Prime Minister Vladimir Putin. The Obama administration says it is anxious to develop a new relationship with Russia, and press the "reset" button after difficult relations between Washington and Moscow under President Bush. NPR's Michele Kelemen reports.
Jul 3rd, 2009 · President Obama heads to Russia on Monday for meetings with President Dmitri Medvedev and Prime Minister Vladimir Putin. The Obama administration says it is anxious to "press the reset button" on U.S.-Russian relations after the rather tense relationship between Washington and Moscow.
Dec 19th, 2008 · President Dmitri Medvedev has had little success fulfilling his promise to fight corruption in Russia. Corruption in Chelyabinsk has actually worsened in the last decade. Ask someone in the town how he supports himself and the answer is usually ''krutitimsa" or "we hustle."
Jun 5th, 2008 · President Dmitri Medvedev's efforts to revitalize the once-powerful Soviet military have been stymied by corruption and intimidation within the ranks. A Russian contract soldier tells of hazing and thuggery within his unit.