**Story 1: The Russian economy is facing serious challenges, but there are opportunities for growth** * The head of VTB, Kostin, has warned that the Russian economy could face a serious blow if the interest rate reaches 20%. * He believes that traditional methods will not be enough to achieve the goals set by the government and the central bank. * Kostin suggests that the government should consider changing its goals, such as allowing inflation targeting at 4% instead of the current 2%. * He also believes that the government should consider implementing some limited administrative measures and increasing the sale of currency. **Story 2: The Russian economy is undergoing a painful but successful transformation** * Assistant President Maxim Moreshkin has called the current transformation of the Russian economy "painful but successful". * He believes that the reorientation of the economy towards the healthy part of the global economy will allow Russia to be more sustainable and solve the problems it faces. * Moreshkin also points out that the Chinese and Indian economies are growing rapidly, while the Russian economy is facing shortages of basic goods, which is pushing up prices. **Story 3: Russia should learn from the experience of the global financial crisis and not rely on globalization** * Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin believes that Russia should learn from the experience of the global financial crisis and not rely on globalization. * He argues that the eastern markets are tougher than the European or Asian markets, and that Russia is facing the preferences of eastern countries, which are essentially dumping their producers. * Sobyanin also believes that no one is willing to give Russia technology, and that the country should focus on developing its own domestic technologies. **Story 4: There is enough money for the government's plans, but it needs to be spent wisely** * Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has said that there is enough money for the government's plans, but it needs to be spent wisely. * He believes that the government should focus on investing in infrastructure and social programs. * Siluanov also said that the government is considering the option of permanently abolishing VAT on the purchase of investment diamonds from banks by individuals. **Story 5: A new type of insurance policy that will save drivers money** * A new type of insurance policy, called "short Osaga", will be introduced in Russia from the second quarter of next year. * This policy will be valid for periods ranging from one day to a quarter, and will be aimed at drivers who rarely use their cars. * The cost of the policy will be higher than the cost of an annual policy, but it will still be cheaper than paying for a full year of insurance. **Story 6: The Russian government is taking steps to support domestic businesses** * The Russian government is taking steps to support domestic businesses, including providing financial assistance and reducing regulatory burdens. * The government has also created a digital platform to help small and medium-sized businesses access government support. * The government is also working to increase the availability of Russian-made goods in stores, and to help Russian businesses enter foreign markets. **Story 7: The Russian animation industry is facing challenges, but there are opportunities for growth** * The Russian animation industry is facing challenges, such as the loss of access to foreign software. * However, the industry is also seeing opportunities for growth, such as the increased demand for Russian-made content. * The government is providing support to the animation industry, and there is hope that the industry will continue to grow in the future.