Putin says Russia is eternal, urges flexible legislation

President Vladimir Putin told a gathering of legislators that Russia is eternal and current challenges are only temporary. He warned that focusing solely on prohibitions and restrictions hinders development, urging the nation’s legislation to become more flexible, progressive and forward‑looking. The remarks were made during a Council of Legislators session, emphasizing the need for dynamic legal frameworks to support Russia’s long‑term growth. This statement reinforces earlier comments in which Putin highlighted Russia’s resilience amid external pressures.