V. Putin An extract from his speech at the meeting of Committee on strategic development of energy industry and environmental safety

"...We are all aware and we are proud of the fact that Russia is one of the leading energy states in the works. We possess large reserves of energy resources, major facilities for refining and transportation. Our key mission is to wisely use this wealth for the benefit of the citizens of Russia, for economic development, social services, strengthening the export capacity of the country."