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Medvedev sworn in as Russia's third President
armradio.am
07.05.2008 15:07
Dmitry Medvedev has been sworn in as Russia's third president since the
collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991.
The inauguration ceremony was held in the Kremlin front of 2,400
guests. Mr. Medvedev, 42, won a landslide victory in the March
elections.
The inauguration ceremony was held in the Kremlin's magnificent St
Andrew's Hall.
It began with an honour guard bringing in the symbols of the
presidential office.
Vladimir Putin then made a short speech, describing the handover of
power as "a hugely important stage" for Russia.
"It's extremely important... to continue the course that has already
been taken and has justified itself," said Mr. Putin, referring to his
eight years in power.
Mr. Medvedev then took an oath on a red-bound copy of the Russian
constitution.
In a brief speech, he pledged to work for "a better" Russia, ensuring
"civil and economic freedom."
Mr. Medvedev also stressed he would "pay special attention to the
fundamental role of the law".
He also thanked Mr Putin for his personal support, saying he hoped he
would enjoy such backing in the future.
A 30-gun salute was then fired from the Kremlin embankment to mark Mr.
Medvedev's inauguration.
armradio.am
07.05.2008 15:07
Dmitry Medvedev has been sworn in as Russia's third president since the
collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991.
The inauguration ceremony was held in the Kremlin front of 2,400
guests. Mr. Medvedev, 42, won a landslide victory in the March
elections.
The inauguration ceremony was held in the Kremlin's magnificent St
Andrew's Hall.
It began with an honour guard bringing in the symbols of the
presidential office.
Vladimir Putin then made a short speech, describing the handover of
power as "a hugely important stage" for Russia.
"It's extremely important... to continue the course that has already
been taken and has justified itself," said Mr. Putin, referring to his
eight years in power.
Mr. Medvedev then took an oath on a red-bound copy of the Russian
constitution.
In a brief speech, he pledged to work for "a better" Russia, ensuring
"civil and economic freedom."
Mr. Medvedev also stressed he would "pay special attention to the
fundamental role of the law".
He also thanked Mr Putin for his personal support, saying he hoped he
would enjoy such backing in the future.
A 30-gun salute was then fired from the Kremlin embankment to mark Mr.
Medvedev's inauguration.