Can you tell me about Vladimir Putin's early political career?
Can you tell me about Vladimir Putin's early political career?
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Vladimir Putin started his political career in 1992 when he was elected mayor of St Petersburg, Russia. He served as Prime Minister of Russia from 1998-1999 and then as President of the Russian Federation since 2000.
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Can you tell me about Vladimir Putin's early political career?
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Vladimir Putin's early political career began with his election as president of Russia in 2000, following the conclusion of a term as prime minister. He was re-elected president in 2004 and then again in 2012. During his tenure, he has led major projects including modernization and consolidation of power, reassertion of Russia's authority over its near abroad, promoting policies that favor traditional Russian values, advocating for strategic stability with Western nations and advancing international engagement on climate change. These moves have shaped today’s geopolitical landscape. As president, he also led efforts to annex Crimea from Ukraine in 2014 which drew international condemnation leading to the sanctioning of Russia by many countries.
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