Monday, February 4, 2008

Gazprom chief: Putin eyes a bigger prize

Vladimir Putin is in line to become the new chairman of Gazprom, Russia's state energy giant, after he steps down as the country's president in May. Mr Putin's name is believed to have been among 42 applications submitted for the post - with few analysts doubting his candidacy would outshine all others. The appointment would cement Mr Putin's huge political influence beyond his presidency. (Snip)

Mr Putin would gain control of a company so vast and politically connected it is regularly referred to as Kremlin Inc.

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