FACTBOX-Who to watch as Russia's Medvedev takes office

Mon May 5, 2008 6:53am EDT
 
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(Reuters) - The line-up of Russia's government after Dmitry Medvedev is sworn in as president on Wednesday will shed light on the balance of power between the head of state and his predecessor Vladimir Putin, who will be prime minister.

The following are key Russian posts and politicians that investors and analysts are watching.

KEY POSTS:

Kremlin Chief-of-Staff

Kremlin deputy Chiefs-of-Staff

Federal Security Service head

Government Chief-of-Staff

Finance Minister

Kremlin economic advisors  Continued...

 

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