Rustam Minnikhanov: Kazan helicopters plant is the pride of the Republic of Tatarstan and the whole country, and its produce is known in 100 countries around the world
11 August 2014, Monday
On August 11, at a meeting with employees of Kazan helicopters plant, Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov said that Kazan helicopters plant is the pride of the Republic of Tatarstan and the whole country and its produce is known in 100 countries around the world. The President noted that high-quality produce is manufactured at the plant and it is a very prospective enterprise.
It is expected that the plant’s proceeds will make 54 billion roubles in 2014. “Not all enterprises have development and production departments in one place. Kazan helicopters plant managed to maintain the production and created a solid foundation for development,” Rustam Minnikhanov said. He especially noted plant’s activity in the sphere of personnel training.
As for production modernization, Rustam Minnikhanov said he was glad to share joyful feelings concerning the launch of new painting finishing department.
Answering the questions about economic sanctions being imposed on Russia today, Rustam Minnikhanov said that there are no unsolvable tasks and we are able to deal with the situation.
The President also noted that he had set the task before Tatarstan Government to monitor the situation with prices for some goods.
“Tatarstan is a self-reliant region in terms of supply of meat, vegetables, and milk. As for agricultural sector, private and family farms are developing in the republic. It will help to provide employment of population and support rural areas. We should provide all necessary conditions for agricultural producers, including loans for business development,” Rustam Minnikhanov said.
Tatarstan President's Press Office, Elena Britvina
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