The spokesman also
commented on the results of a sociological study that showed that the monthly
income of over 70% of Russians does not exceed $345.
MOSCOW, July 7.
/TASS/. Almost every development program in Russia is aimed at elimination of
poverty, although sometimes circumstances prevent their implementation, Kremlin
spokesman Dmitry Peskov told journalists Tuesday.
"Of course, this
[persistent level of poverty] is a problem that both the president and the
Government prioritize," the spokesman underscored. "Of course,
elimination of poverty is what almost every development program is aimed at, be
it national projects or anything else."
"Sometimes,
certain circumstances complicate the implementation of these plans, but this
does not mean that the work stops," Peskov said.
He also commented on
the results of a sociological study, conducted by Rosgosstrakh Life insurance
company and the Perspektiva scientific foundation, who concluded that the
monthly income of over 70% of Russians does not exceed 25,000 rubles ($345),
while 45% of Russians have income of 15,000 rubles ($207). The spokesman said
that he is unaware of the calculation methods and the capabilities of companies
that conducted the survey.
"The sample is
far from the biggest; we can say with certainty that it would be inappropriate
to draw conclusions on a federal scale from this sample," he added.
Answering a question
what income would be enough for Russians, the spokesman said this question
should be addressed to the Ministry of Economic Development.
Source: ITAR-TASS
07-07-2020
