He stated this at a strategic session on the implementation of national projects and the execution of state programs.

According to him, Russia is actively moving forward, despite external pressure, and this can be seen in the dynamics of GDP.

“Let me remind you that at the end of last year it increased by 3.6%, and this, of course, is only the first estimate.

The trend continues in 2024.

January growth, in particular, is estimated by the Ministry of Economic Development at 4.6%,” TASS quotes him as saying.

Earlier, Mishustin signed a decree on the creation of three special economic zones in Mordovia, Rostov and Tver regions.