Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks at a plenary session of the annual XXXIV congress of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP) in Moscow on Tuesday, March 18.

The participants discuss issues relating to key areas of cooperation between business and the state, as well as initiatives aimed at achieving federal development goals and implementing national projects.

The event is expected to bring together around 1,300 delegates and guests including prominent entrepreneurs and representatives from small and medium-sized businesses, as well as heads of ministries, agencies, and state political figures key to the Russian economy.

The results of the National Award 'Leaders of Responsible Business' are expected to be summarised at the congress.