Meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova

Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova Golikova TatyanaDeputy Prime Minister of the Government of the Russian Federation : Mr President, allow me to provide a brief overview of the current state of the nation's healthcare system, the reforms presently underway, and those planned for the 2026-2030 period.

Under your instruction, we are advancing three national projects that pertain directly or indirectly to healthcare.

The principal and most wide-ranging of these is the Long and Active Life national project. Furthermore, within the broader Family national project, we are executing a dedicated federal project focused on maternal and child health. The third, one of our new national projects for technological leadership, is New Health-Saving Technologies. This project addresses the development of novel clinical facilities, as well as new pharmaceuticals and medical devices. Collectively, these projects are central to safeguarding the quality and accessibility of healthcare for the citizens of the Russian Federation.

Immediately prior to the start of 2026, the Government approved the state-guaranteed programme for the provision of free healthcare to citizens. This programme defines the scope of medical care to be delivered across the country's regions. For 2026, the volume of care funded through compulsory medical insurance is budgeted at 4.8 trillion rubles, representing a 9.6 percent increase on the previous year. This funding ensures the fulfilment of all obligations undertaken by the state and, by extension, the regional authorities. It also enables us to meet the remuneration commitments for healthcare professionals.

In line with your instructions on strengthening primary care, we will commence the second phase of this programme in 2026. This involves opening new facilities and, crucially, recruiting additional medical staff. This remains a complex challenge, as is consistently highlighted in your meetings with regional governors, where you usually request updates on medical staffing levels.

To be continued.