Vladimir Putin was sworn in as Russia’s president for a fourth term on Monday, extending his almost two-decade rule by another six years at a time of high tension with his Western rivals. He has promised to use his fourth term to revitalise the country’s economy. The constitution bars Putin from running again when his fourth term ends in 2024. Putin has promised to use his fourth term to improve Russians’ standard of living. Hours after the inauguration ceremony, Putin issued a decree setting targets for his next six years in power.

Source: Nigerian Tribune May 07, 2018 20:03 UTC