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July 16, 2015
RUSSIAN SPACE
Russia Starts Implementation of Fundamental Space Industry Reform
Novo-Ogaryovo, Russia (Sputnik) Jul 16, 2015
Russia is starting to implement comprehensive reforms to its space industry, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin said Wednesday. The establishment of two large holdings, specialized in engine building and instrument-making has already been planned, Rogozin said. "We are effectively commencing the implementation of a fundamental reform of the space industry. We now need to undertake several top-priority measures. Firstly, establishing authorities to manage the state corporation, namely the ... read more
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