Russia’s Reshuffle

President Putin replaced Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev with a technocrat, raising questions about the political implications. Medvedev will now serve as deputy chairman of the Security Council. The move is part of a broader shake-up, with speculation that Putin is planning constitutional changes to maintain power beyond 2024. These changes could downgrade the presidency and empower a State Council, similar to Kazakhstan's model, allowing Putin to retain influence.

Who was appointed as the new Prime Minister by President Putin?

• A foreign diplomat

• A former military leader

• A low-profile technocrat

• A well-known political figure

What new position will Dmitry Medvedev hold?

• Minister of Finance

• Deputy Chairman of the Security Council

• Head of the Federal Tax Service

• Speaker of the State Duma

What is the focus of the ongoing shake-up in the Russian government?

• Military expansion

• Key ministries such as finance and energy

• Healthcare reforms

• International relations

What constitutional change is being speculated about in Russia?

• Introducing a parliamentary system

• Extending the presidential term

• Downgrading the presidency and empowering a State Council

• Abolishing the presidency

Which country's model is Russia potentially following with its constitutional changes?

• China

• Kazakhstan

• Germany

• United States