In Tskhinval is under way the 13 meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on socio-economic cooperation between Russia and South Ossetia, co-chaired by the Prime Minister of South Ossetia Domenti Kulumbegov and Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexander Khloponin with the participation of representatives of ministries and agencies of the two countries.
"Each session of the IGC is important and significant in the development of South Ossetia and for the further development of bilateral cooperation," - said the President of South Ossetia Leonid Tibilov.
"Strengthening bilateral relations and the development of integration processes with Russia is a strategic priority of South Ossetia. I think the formation of a common space of defense and integration in socio-economic sphere is not only a response to the growing instability in the world and regional threat, but also evidence of the unique relationship between South Ossetia and Russia. It is symbolic that the signing of the agreement coincided with the day of the reunification of the Crimea with Russia. People of South Ossetia enthusiastically embraced Russia's actions for the protection of the Crimea, the restoration of historical justice. The same liability Russia showed in August 2008. This responsibility has brought long-awaited peace and provided an opportunity for the development of South Ossetia ", - said Leonid Tibilov.
He has also briefed on the results of the work in 2014, noting that in the framework of the investment program in the Republic have been built 26 facilities that has a positive impact on the development of the Republic and the attitudes of the population.
"Comfortable streets have transformed the capital, restored 82 houses, construction of four apartment buildings with a total area of 27,000 square meters. These measures have helped to solve the problem of housing for 140 families. The construction of the road Tskhinval-Leningor is of strategic importance for the Republic. It was opened a number of educational institutions in rural areas, construction of the National Museum, the state concert hall "Chermen," began the construction of the State Drama Theatre. In addition, the wages of the public sector employees raised 10% percent, "- said Tibilov.
In 2015, in the framework of the investment program is planned to implement 16 activities, including the improvement of the six streets, reconstruction of the destroyed housing, construction of 23 thousand square meters of housing.
"All the works are financed without violating the terms. We, in turn, demand quality work from the builders, all objects must be put in commission in certain terms; in this regard will not be any compromises. I personally will monitor the implementation of the Investment Program "- said Tibilov.
The volume of the Russian financial aid for three years is more than nine billion rubles.
"Against the background of Russia's budget sequestration and sanctions pressure, Russia`s financial assistance to South Ossetia for its socio-economic development will not be reduced. This confirms the high level of bilateral relations and personal trust of the Russian President Vladimir Putin ", - concluded the head of state.
