Vladimir Putin, who was Russia's President only two days ago, returns as the prime minister as the State Duma, the Parliament of Russia, approved Putin in a 392056 vote for the position. Russia's new President, Dmitry Medvedev, who was inaugurated on May 7, told lawmakers that Putin had restored the world’s respect for Russia and improved the lives of its citizens. Medvedev later signed a decree making Putin prime minister

The inauguration of Russia’s President Elect Dmitry Medvedev takes place in Moscow today. Medvedev said that the new duties will become a very serious burden for him despite his experience in big politics. Medvedev stressed out that the new power must not undermine the course of life in the country. If you ask somebody, what inauguration is, you are not likely to get a precise answer to the question. So what does this term actually mean?

Vladimir Putin spends his last day as Russia’s President. The inauguration of President Elect Dmitry Medvedev will take place on Wednesday, May 7. Speaking about his presidency, Putin said that he was an employee who provided services to the people. He also said once that he was working for Russia like a slave on a galley

Every minute in each day of a head of state is strictly scheduled. As a rule, a newly elected president has to face the sleep deprivation factor, when he can afford only six hours of sleep a day. Nevertheless, Russia’s President Elect, Dmitry Medvedev, finds free time for his family, sports and for his hobbies. Dmitry Medvedev usually wakes up at 8 a.m. He goes to bed at 2. a.m. Every morning and evening Mr. Medvedev spends an hour swimming in a pool

Dmitry Medvedev beat the voting record of Vladimir Putin which he set during the presidential election of 2004. Medveved received the support of over 70 percent of Russian voters which makes 51 million 628 thousand 360 electors. Putin set his record in 2004 when 49 million 465 thousand 238 Russians voted for him

Vladimir Putin will have to bid farewell not only to his power, but many of his material possessions when he steps down after the presidential election in Russia. Putin will hand over his official residences, vehicles, special communication means and security to his successor, Dmitry Medvedev, who already has all chances to become the new president of Russia

Many observers say that there will not be a major confrontation held during the presidential election in Russia on March 2. First Vice Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev will most likely replace Vladimir Putin on the top state position. Putin in his turn will chair the government. However, it is still unclear who will chair the Board of Directors of Russia’s natural gas giant Gazprom. It is Dmitry Medvedev who takes the position at the moment

Vladimir Putin’s framed photos have been put up on sale in Russia. Prices on Putin’s framed photos have been cut due to forthcoming presidential election in the nation. Putin’s persona, the Vladimir Putin brand, goes out of fashion slowly but surely. Russians are developing a new political addiction – Dmitry Medvedev, the official successor. The propaganda machine has been taking great efforts to promote the new brand across Russia. The new brand, Dmitry Medvedev, has thus been outshining his predecessor – Putin

Dmitry Medvedev, the person who has already won the reputation of Russia’s next president after Vladimir Putin named him his successor, continues to win more and more popularity in Russia nationwide. The majority of those Russians who will go to the polls on March 2, 2008 say that they will vote for Medvedev