OREANDA-NEWS. November 6, 2008. Prime Minister Vladimir Putin congratulated the editorial staff of the Ekonomika i Zhizn weekly on its 90th anniversary.

The message said, in part:

"Your newspaper has become one of the most professional sources of up-to-date information on the state and development prospects of the Russian and world economies, finances and taxation. You write about important historic events, the development of Russia's industries, economic theory and practice in Russia and abroad. You have leading experts and analysts on your team. They preserve the best traditions and demonstrate a high level of professionalism.

The newspaper provides objective information, full coverage of global and regional economic processes, and competent estimates and forecasts. These are the reasons that make Ekonomika i Zhizn so popular among readers. It rightfully deserves its reputation of a universal guide to the world of business information."