Russian President made a bid to increase population numbers today as he proposed generous tax allowances for families who had more than two children.

Vladimir Putin also pledged additional funds for regions with low birth rates, ahead of an election which he is very likely to win.

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Russian President made a bid to increase population numbers today as he proposed generous tax allowances for families who had more than two children.Vladimir Putin also pledged additional funds for regions with low birth rates, ahead of an election which he is very likely to win.READ THE FULL STORY{ai:summary}<p>Putin aims to boost population with tax breaks for big families and extra funding for regions with low birth rates. #politics</p>

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