We appreciate size, but only if it is robust growth. Just to be big is not a target.

It is a very big exaggeration to say I am a friend of Mr. Putin.

We believe that the business system only is the key to success. It's no miracle, only day-to-day work in the appropriate way.

Regarding our links with the Russian government, Severstal is a private company with no government participation. We are answerable to our shareholders.

It's extremely important to move in a direction that will allow us to take advantage of WTO membership.

Consolidation is an important step in the development of our company as a national steel and raw minerals producer that can compete in Russia and widen its global market presence.