OREANDA-NEWS. August 17, 2012. The President instructed Sevastopol authorities together with the Cabinet of Ministers, particularly the Ministry of Economy, to elaborate the Program of economic, ecological and social development of the city and to include it into the Program of Crimea development until 2015. “I’d like you to solve many issues in a system manner,” the President noted at the meeting with the authorities of the city.

The Head of State expressed belief that Sevastopol as the city with a particular status and as one of the tourist centers of Crimea should develop actively.

Particularly, according to the President, it is necessary to provide conditions for its economic growth, develop the infrastructure of the city and surrounding areas, create suitable environment for tourists.

“Industrial and agricultural spheres define the main strategic aspects of development due to the region’s geographic and climate position,” the President noted emphasizing that there should be a clear plan of city building and development.

“It is necessary to elaborate the General plan of Sevastopol city and surrounding areas. We must define priorities,” the President stressed.