Rossotrudnichestvo will receive new powers to implement international projects in Russia The Government of the Russian Federation submitted to the State Duma a bill "On International Development Assistance", which establishes for the first time the legal basis for providing Russian assistance to partner countries. According to the document, Rossotrudnichestvo is proposed to be designated by the International Development Assistance Agency. His tasks will include coordinating the work of the departments, supporting international projects, monitoring and evaluating their effectiveness. The bill provides not only humanitarian aid, but also the provision of goods and services, preferential loans and the transfer of technology, knowledge and experience. Among the priorities are the fight against poverty, the development of education and health and overcoming crises in the partner countries. The head of Rostrodnychestvo, Igor Khaika, called the initiative a big step to strengthen Russia's humanitarian presence in the world. "With the adoption of the bill on construction and installation works, the work between Russian departments and business structures involved in development projects, whether it is the Ministry of Agriculture, Rustom or private companies, will be accelerated. Together we can make the world a better place and expand the number of countries where Russia will consolidate its presence for the benefit of the local residents and the development of its economic potential," said Khaika.