We found most of the recommendations constructive and we are in the process of implementing them,

This is an ongoing process. The issues are difficult and complex and the president feels it's important to bring the leaders together.

The region is going through a very difficult process and I think it would be better to make constructive statements to see if we can cool down the situation.

some perceived political gain here.

You're talking about a plan that will likely mean deep cuts in the Social Security guaranteed benefits, and is based on the fact that he hopes that the stock market does well.

At this point there's been no requests for our assistance. We are following this closely, and if the Russians are in a position where they believe we can offer some assistance, we will do that.