Says last year more than 1 million mortgages were issued.
Now addresses housing problem, which has dragged out for decades. "We can and must" resolve this problem, Putin says.
"In comparison to yesterday’s debate, Putin's address looks great. Everything is done for the people. Comparing Zhirinovsky and Sobchak to Putin gives no chance for people to think, leaving just one thought: 'Who else if not Putin?' I'm sorry for Russia."
Says local authorities must be open to new ideas and must listen to the opinions of their citizens. "Their opinions must be decisive," he says.
Moves on to call for improvements in the regional infrastructure, while maintaining the historical appearance of regional towns and cities.
In 2000, life expectancy for men was less than 60. Since then, it has increased by more than seven years, he says. Average life expectancy for the whole country now is 73 and should be more than 80 by 2030.
Says Russia must enter the top 5 economies in the world.