The decree is published on the official portal of legal information.

It is specified that Medvedev will take part in the development and implementation of the foreign policy of Russia, annually submit a report on the state of national security, and monitor the implementation of the president’s instructions.

He will also participate in the consideration of documents related to national security issues.

January 15, Medvedev announced the resignation of the Cabinet in full force. The head of the Federal Tax Service Mikhail Mishustin was appointed to the post of Prime Minister of Russia.

Later, Vladimir Putin appointed Dmitry Medvedev deputy chairman of the Security Council.