Russian Expert Supports Stricter Medical Assault Laws

Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin stated the Cabinet is working on a mechanism to protect the rights of minority shareholders during the state seizure of private assets. Dmitry Berechevsky, Director of the Economic Cooperation Department at the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that Russia is developing targeted economic measures in response to the European Union's 20th sanctions package. A commission for reducing barriers in foreign trade is handling the development of these measures. Berechevsky said that the Ministry and the government aim to ensure that any retaliatory measures do not harm Russia's own economy. The 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions has introduced new restrictions aimed at specific sectors. Analysts warn that Russian micro-businesses face potential mass exits and bankruptcy without direct measures to restore internal demand. Proposed solutions include subsidizing service costs for the population and regulating the procurement policies of large retail chains and marketplaces. Approximately 70% of companies are currently limiting their planning horizons to a maximum of one year. Even large businesses are reportedly reducing investments and long-term planning. Larisa Popovich, director of the Institute of Health Economics at the National Research University Higher School of Economics, expressed support for stricter penalties for medical assaults. She stated that individuals who endanger lives deserve protection and suggested that sentences of up to 10 years are adequate. Popovich noted that such measures are similar to existing protections for educators.