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26.05.2010 Government may take over part of coal industry


Vladimir Putin (Russia, PM) issued an order to consider governmental participation in the restoration of Raspadskaya mine, which had suffered a major disaster killing 60+ people, Viktor Zubkov (Russia, 1st vice-PM) informs.

If such a decision is approved, the State may lawfully claim part of the assets of the mine.

Experts do not exclude this may be a sign of starting either complete or partial nationalization of the industry.


Source:   metcoal.ru