The Government of the Russian Federation serves as Russia’s federal executive body, comprising the prime minister, deputy prime ministers, and federal ministers. Established in its current form on December 12, 1993, it operates within a political system where power is largely concentrated in President Vladimir Putin’s hands. While constitutionally the government exercises executive authority separate from the presidency, in practice it functions within an authoritarian framework characterized by subservient courts, controlled media, and a compliant legislature. The government’s formal responsibilities include drafting the federal budget, implementing policies, managing federal property, and ensuring national security. Since Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, authorities have intensified restrictions on civil liberties to suppress dissent. The most recent governmental reorganization occurred on May 14, 2024, when President Putin established Mikhail Mishustin’s Second Cabinet.