sentences:  Almost from the very beginning of its existence, the Soviet government considered it necessary to use foreign capital, knowledge and experience through the conclusion of concession agreements, which was reflected in the corresponding decision of the First All-Russian Congress of Soviets held in December 1917 .In 1921, the country began the "restoration of the national economy" with the New Economic Policy.The restoration of the heavy industry of Kuzbass was proclaimed one of the paramount tasks.