The Chairman of the Public chamber of the Russian Federation (OP) for the social support of citizens and the quality of life of Vladimir Slepak proposes to prohibit the importation into Russia of alcohol and tobacco from Europe and the USA. Such a proposal he made at the expert meeting on the implementation of the concept of demographic policy of the Russian Federation until 2025.

In the opinion of the member of the OP, this measure will not only be a good response to sanctions against Russia, but will help protect citizens from the harmful effects of such products. "My suggestion for the officials to pay attention to the obvious evil of our society, evil, which annually claim up to a million lives of our compatriots is alcohol and tobacco, "he said. - Wouldn't it be in the highest degree the right decision to stop the supply of these products from countries that have adopted sanctions against Russia?" In his opinion, such restrictive measures, among other things, will support the Crimean winemaking business. "It's not the same niche, which is not replaced. Latin America, for example, is also known for its wines", said Slepak.

In addition, a member of the OP considers it appropriate to prohibit the import into the Russian Federation of building materials from Europe and the USA. "In the construction industry astronomical price for the square footage associated with the use of imported building materials and equipment, "explained Slepak in conversation with the interviewer. ITAR-TASS. At least, suppliers of sanitary ware, radiators, mixes, clinker, decorative brick, roof, electrical equipment has long positioned itself as a monopoly on our construction market". As for construction equipment, there is, according to him, the share of imports exceeds 70%. "This market zwergkaninchen, there is not indispensable, and the vacant seats will immediately come to the company of friendly countries and on more favorable for us conditions", - said Slepak.