Russia: Putin accepts Ivanov’s resignation as Head of the Presidential Administration

President Vladimir Putin accepted the resignation of Sergei Ivanov from his position as Head of the Presidential Administration, in Moscow, Friday. Ivanov's deputy Anton Vaino will now take on the role with Ivanov appointed Special Presidential Representative for Environmental Protection, Ecology and Transport.

SOT, Vladimir Putin, President of Russia (Russian): "Respected, Sergei Borisovich we have been working together for many years [and] we worked successfully. I am pleased with how you completed your duties in the areas you were charged with. I well remember our deal concerning your request not to appoint you to this position for more than four years. So, I understand your decision to have another job. And I really believe that you will use all your knowledge and experience to work efficiently in a new position."

SOT, Vladimir Putin, President of Russia (Russian): "Anton Eduardovich has been working as your deputy for a couple of years. He works successfully. Sergei Borisovich recommended you as his successor for the position of Head of Administration of the President of the Russian Federation, and I want to offer this job to you."

SOT, Anton Vaino, Head of the Presidential Administration (Russian): "I consider that the main task of the administration is to maintain your work as the Head of State. This is subject to legislative activity [and the] control function of implementing your decrees, including the May decrees."

INC News, 12/08/2016 - source: RUPTLY