[78460] Russia kicks off the summer: Putin's instructions for the internet and legislative updates for June

Russia kicks off the summer: Putin's instructions for the internet and legislative updates

The morning in Russia opened with significant announcements in the fields of technology, education, and legislation. Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the government and the FSB to ensure the continuous operation of essential services, including the online government portal "Gosuslugi," payment systems, and medical services, even during periods of internet restrictions. According to a report in КОНТЕКСТ, Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and FSB head Alexander Bortnikov must submit a report on the matter by July 1.

In the field of education, the TASS news agency reports that the main phase of the EGE (the equivalent of high school exit exams) began today, with students across the country taking tests in history, literature, and chemistry. At the same time, education authorities introduced plans to deepen the connection between the education system and industry, as published on the Научно-образовательная политика channel.

June brings with it a series of legislative changes. According to TASS, the pilot program for immigrant entry procedures has been extended until the end of 2027, and new regulations for the protection of cultural heritage sites have come into effect. The Lomovka channel noted that restrictions were added on the import of certain goods and the export of precious metals, alongside stricter procedures for biometrics at airports.

On the civil front, there is talk in the State Duma regarding an initiative to make September 1 a day off for parents, allowing them to participate in school opening ceremonies, as reported in Пул N3. Additionally, ahead of Russia Day on June 12, citizens are expecting a shortened four-day work week, as detailed in Московский Комсомолец.

State media channels (TASS, RIA) emphasize the role of the government in national security and service to citizens, while more independent channels such as КОНТЕКСТ and Lomovka focus on bureaucratic changes and their significance for the public's daily life. Weather reports and spontaneous youth celebrations for the start of summer complete the optimistic picture that some of the channels sought to convey.