CLEAN: Putin touts strong Russia ahead of 2012 vote

The transcript discusses the need for a decade of stable and consistent development in Russia, avoiding rash experiments and extremes of liberalism or social demagogy. It highlights the 4% GDP growth in 2010, the highest among G8 countries, and forecasts a 4.2% growth for the current year. By 2012, the Russian economy is expected to fully recover from the crisis. The transcript concludes with a note on the consensus among all parliamentary parties on this issue.

What is the primary focus for the country's development over the next decade?

• Rapid industrialization

• Stable and calm development

• Increased military spending

• Expansion of international trade

How did Russia's GDP growth in 2010 compare to other G8 countries?

• It was the lowest

• It was average

• It was the highest

• It was below average

What is the GDP growth forecast for the current year?

• 3.5%

• 4.2%

• 5.0%

• 4.0%

By when is the Russian economy expected to fully recover from the crisis?

• By mid-2012

• By early 2012

• By late 2011

• By mid-2011

Who is aware of the economic recovery issue in Russia?

• Only the ruling party

• Local businesses

• All parliamentary parties

• International organizations