Mishustin’s reappointment was widely expected by political observers, who noted that Putin has appreciated his skills and lack of political ambitions.
Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin during a wreath-laying ceremony by the Kremlin wall in Moscow on Feb. 23, 2020.on Friday reappointed Mikhail Mishustin as the country’s prime minister after the previous stint on the job during which the low-key technocrat has shown a distinct lack of political ambitions.
Mishustin’s reappointment was widely expected by political observers, who noted that Putin has appreciated his skills and low political profile. Mishustin, the former head of Russia’s tax service, has steered clear of political statements and avoided media interviews during his previous tenure.The speaker of the parliament’s lower house, Vyacheslav Volodin, announced that Putin has submitted Mishustin’s candidacy to the State Duma, which will hold a session later Friday to consider it.
Most Cabinet members are also expected to keep their jobs and their reappointments are expected shortly. Ivanov, who served as deputy defense minister in charge of multibillion military construction projects, was arrested on bribery charges and was ordered to stay in custody pending official investigation.
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