Migrants entering Russia under government quotas may soon be exempt from mandatory Russian language, history, and law exams. This legislative proposal is currently under consideration in the State Duma.

The bill addresses a quota of 155,929 permits in 2024, with a significant portion allocated to specific regions within the Russian Federation. The explanatory note highlights that the quota utilization rate for 2024 was 65.1%, representing 86,011 individuals. The proposed exemption aims to streamline the process for migrants entering under government-sponsored programs.

In other news, a proposal has been made in the State Duma to create children’s savings accounts. Each newborn would receive an initial deposit of 100,000 rubles from the federal budget. The goal is to provide children with a financial head start and a safety net upon reaching adulthood.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia has issued a warning about a new scam targeting users of the “Gosuslugi” portal. Scammers are tricking victims into calling fake technical support numbers by sending deceptive messages about compromised accounts. This tactic allows them to gain access to sensitive information.

Furthermore, State Duma deputy Irina Filatova has raised concerns about the economic impact of obesity in Russia. Approximately 60% of the population is overweight, leading to decreased quality of life, reduced life expectancy, and lower reproductive rates. The rise in diabetes cases linked to obesity is also straining the healthcare system and negatively affecting the economy.

Finally, in Primorye, a group of medical professionals faces charges related to child trafficking. Eight medical workers are accused of selling 13 newborns abroad between 2018 and 2020. They allegedly falsified medical documents and used assisted reproductive technologies to facilitate the illegal sale of children for over 53 million rubles.